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How to Read a Prophet – The Cornerstone. Isaiah 28:16-19. Introduction. Christ the cornerstone Christ the capstone Christ the keystone. Cornerstone – Isa 28:16. Foundation stone 39’4”x7’10”x43” Still stands on the temple mount . Cornerstone – Isa 28:16.
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How to Read a Prophet –The Cornerstone Isaiah 28:16-19
Introduction • Christ the cornerstone • Christ the capstone • Christ the keystone
Cornerstone – Isa 28:16 • Foundation stone • 39’4”x7’10”x43” • Still stands on the temple mount
Cornerstone – Isa 28:16 • Built upon the confession “You are the Christ. . .” – Mt 16:18 • The believer is secure
Cornerstone – Isa 28:16 • Annul the “Contract with death” • Breaks all agree-ments with hell
Cornerstone – Isa 28:16 • Sure judgment is coming to Israel • Exacting as the measuring and plumbline
Capstone • Prevent damage from elements • They splatter off the capstone and away from the brick or stone • Prevents the moisture from getting between the brick or stone
Capstone –Psalm 118:22; 1 Pet 2:7-8 • The stone the builders rejected has become the capstone • Stone of stumbling – Isa 8:14 • Parable of the Tenants • Mat 21:31-44 (42-44) • Peter – brings judgment on the unbeliever
Keystone – Ephesians 2:11-22 Near Far Off Access PEACE Citizens No Access Aliens Strangers Not Strangers Distant House Temple Ungodly BEFORE AFTER
Living Stone – 1 Pet 2:4-7 • Stone – building stone • Cornerstone – Jesus Christ • Foundation - apostles • Living – Idea: life, moving, breathing • Unity of the Spirit (Eph 4:3) • Bond – peace
Living Stone – 1 Pet 2:4-7 Near Far Off Access PEACE Citizens No Access Aliens Strangers Not Strangers Distant House Temple Ungodly BEFORE AFTER
Application • Cornerstone is eternal • Unmovable and unshakable • We rest upon that stone • Bonded together with peace