Prophecy in
The stone that the builders rejected has now become the cornerstone.
Context
Jesus is speaking to the Pharisees and religious leaders, using a parable to illustrate the rejection of the Son by the leaders of Israel.
Fulfillment
complete
Fulfilled inActs 4:11
Peter, filled with the Holy Spirit, declares that Jesus is the stone rejected by the builders, which has become the cornerstone, affirming Jesus' role as the foundation of the Church.
Theological significance
This prophecy emphasizes Jesus as the essential foundation of faith, despite being rejected by the religious authorities. It underscores the theme of God's sovereignty and the reversal of human expectations.
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