The Stumbling Stone
Christ the cornerstone and sure foundation.
Isaiah's prophecy of the precious stone.
The big idea
Build your life on the rock that no storm can wash away.
Opening scripture
“See, I lay a stone in Zion, a tested stone, a precious cornerstone for a sure foundation; the one who relies on it will never be stricken with panic.”
What does “The Stumbling Stone” walk through?
The Stumbling Stone
Isaiah 28:16 · KJV
Behold, I lay in Zion for a foundation a stone, a tried stone, a precious corner stone, a sure foundation.
In plain English
See, I lay a stone in Zion, a tested stone, a precious cornerstone for a sure foundation; the one who relies on it will never be stricken with panic.
Living the Truth
In this passage, Isaiah invites us into deeper trust and alignment with God. Isaiah's prophecy of the precious stone. When we apply this truth, peace follows.
“Build your life on the rock that no storm can wash away.”
Pray
Lord Jesus, write the truth of Isaiah 28:16 upon my heart today. Amen.
Write it down
How does the truth of Isaiah 28:16 apply to your life today?
Carry This Truth
Walk with confidence knowing God's Word is faithful.
Which passages does this journey use?
One passage, drawn from Isaiah 28:16. Every verse appears here in the King James text with a plain-English line beside it, so you can read it without a commentary open. Allow about 4 minutes for the whole thing, or 4 short sittings.
- Isaiah 28:16
Read any of these in full on the complete KJV, or look the wording up independently at Blue Letter Bible.
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