The Cornerstone of Our Faith

Dearly Beloved, 

Day 328: Bible in One Year Devotion🙏

In today's readings, the concept of God’s dwelling place and the structure of His kingdom are prominent. Psalm 132 reflects on God's promises to David and His commitment to dwelling in Zion, reminding us of the deep desire for God to dwell among His people. The Lord's presence in the temple was not only a physical reality but also a spiritual promise of restoration and communion.

Ezekiel 43 and 44 further this theme, as Ezekiel witnesses the glory of God returning to the temple. This vision highlights the importance of reverence, purity, and the role of the priesthood. Just as God desired a holy space in the physical temple, He calls us to be living temples where His Spirit dwells.

This connects beautifully with 1 Peter 2:4-25, where we are described as “living stones” being built into a spiritual house, with Christ as the cornerstone. Christ, the foundation of our faith, holds everything together. He is the center, the one on whom our entire spiritual structure depends. The passage calls us to embrace our identity as a “royal priesthood”, offering spiritual sacrifices and living in obedience to the One who called us out of darkness into His wonderful light.

Being living stones implies that our lives are part of God’s grand design. We are not isolated but part of a bigger spiritual building where each stone is significant. As we align ourselves with the cornerstone—Jesus—our lives gain stability and direction. No matter the storms, we will not be shaken because our foundation is secure in Him.

Just as the temple in Ezekiel required purity, we too are called to live holy lives, avoiding the sins that Peter warns about. Obedience, humility, and trust in God's perfect design allow us to live out our calling in strength and dignity.

Prayer: Lord, thank You for being the cornerstone of my faith. Help me align my life with Your will and grow as a living stone in Your spiritual house. Empower me to live in holiness and to fulfill my calling as part of Your royal priesthood. I trust in Your firm foundation. Amen.