Study Questions

Stones That Speak / Cornerstone

December 22, 2024

Ephesians 2:19-22

Study Questions

1.        What is the significance of a cornerstone in construction? 

2.        Carefully read the following passages that describe Jesus Christ as the Chief Cornerstone: Isaiah 28:16 (1 Peter 2:6); 1 Corinthians 3:11. Why is Jesus described in this way?

3.        Why was/is Christ considered a ‘stumbling block’ and a ‘stone of offense’ to the Jews? (See also Isaiah 8:13-14; Psalm 118:22; Acts 4:10-11; Romans 9:30-31; 1 Corinthians 1:23-24.)

4.        In what ways is Christ Jesus considered a ‘stone of offense’ in today’s culture? Why?

5.        Either Christ Jesus is your Lord and Savior, or He’s a ‘stumbling block’ in your life. There is no other option before God (1 Corinthians 3:11). What are some evidences that Christ Jesus is the Chief Cornerstone in someone’s life? 

6.        According to Ephesians 2:19-22, how does a follower of Christ build their lives on Christ as the Chief Cornerstone? (See also 1 Corinthians 1:23-24.) What does this look like in your daily walk as a Christ-follower?