KJV ORIGINAL
This was the Lord’s doing, and it is marvellous in our eyes?
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
This whole thing? It was God's plan all along, and honestly, it's incredible when you really think about it.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
Sometimes what looks impossible is just God showing off his perfect timing.
📚 Historical Context
In the Gospel of Mark, Jesus is teaching in the temple and responding to challenges from religious leaders who oppose him. He quotes from Psalm 118 to explain that he is the stone the builders rejected, which God has made the cornerstone, symbolizing his rejection and ultimate exaltation. This verse highlights how Jesus fulfills Old Testament prophecies, showing God's sovereign plan unfolding in history.
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