Psalm 118: Rejected Stones and Chief of the Corner

The stone that the builders rejected has become the cornerstone. (Psalm 118:22) I wonder how this verse might apply to us today. Certainly as a reminder that Jesus is the chief of the corner. He defines the building of the church. He defines its angles, dimensions, and measurements. He is essential to our faith. You cannot attach a true hope apart from Jesus. In fact so important is Jesus' resurrection that St. Paul says, "If Christ has not been raised, your faith is futile." (1 Corinthians 15:14) But indeed Christ has been raised from the dead! He is the chief of the corner. I'll do all I can to build my life off of him, and when I fail, I will repent and look to him for grace, forgiveness, hope, and life. This is God's doing and it is marvelous in our eyes.