118:8 It is better. This is said to be the Bible’s middle verse, and it powerfully notes the greatest of all affirmations. God, not man, is Creator, Savior, Judge and eternal King.
118:17 shall not die. Because Christ lives, we shall live (John 14:19). This verse is prophetic both of Christ’s resurrection and also that of those who believe on Him (Revelation 1:18; John 11:25,26).
118:22 head stone. Although much in this key psalm may well be appropriated by each believer, it primarily is fulfilled in Christ, as shown by the use of this verse in the New Testament (e.g., Matthew 21:42; Acts 4:11; I Peter 2:7). According to Jewish tradition, the stones for Solomon’s temple, quarried and shaped far from the temple site, included one odd-shaped stone which did not fit anywhere. It was finally found to be the main cornerstone (possibly capstone) of the entire structure.