Sermons on Matthew 17:4:

Part 2: Fear Not Series

Contributed by Pastor Randall Timblin on Nov 1, 2019

What are you afraid of? Is it the dark? Is it strangers? How about the fear of heights or closed spaces? Many of us have these fears and have a hard time getting over them.

I guess it wouldn’t help if I told you that they are a mere figment of your imagination? There is a story about a tight-rope walker. He was performing in the local circus in the big-tent. He was more than 50 feet in the air and had no net. As he moved about there were oohs and ahhhs. After his ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 17:1-9, Mark 9:6

Denomination: *other

In Defense Of Christ Jesus Yahshuah Series

Contributed by Dr. Gale A. Ragan-Reid on Nov 10, 2019

Greetings In The Holy Name Of Christ Jesus Yahshuah , My brothers and sisters, I write to you because of the defense of Christ Jesus Yahshuah,

In Defense Of Christ Jesus Yahshuah by Dr. Gale A. Ragan-Reid “My little children, these things write I unto you, that ye sin not. And if any man sin, we have an advocate with the Father, Jesus Christ the righteous:” ( 1 John 2:1, King ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:1, Matthew 1:20-21, Mark 14:55-64, Matthew 17:1-13, Matthew 3:7, Matthew 3:16-17, John 18:14, Numbers 8:24-25, John 18:13, John 11:49-53, Matthew 2:2-3, Matthew 2:4  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Friends

2nd Sunday In Lent, Year A. Series

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Jan 16, 2023

MARCH 5th, 2023.

Genesis 12:1-4, Psalm 121:1-8, Romans 4:1-5, Romans 4:13-17, John 3:1-17, Matthew 17:1-9. A). ABRAM STEPS OUT IN FAITH. Genesis 12:1-4. Our story begins in Ur of the Chaldees, in what is now Southern Iraq, a predominantly pagan city of about 250,000 people, with a central temple to the moon ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 12:1-4, Psalm 121:1-8, Romans 4:1-5, Romans 4:13-17, John 3:1-17, Matthew 17:1-9  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Sermon On Rebirth

Contributed by William Meakin on Jan 21, 2023

One of the pertinent definitions of Rebirth is stated as a period of new life, growth, or activity. It can include a revival of one's inner self.

Eleanor Roosevelt, the former first lady of the United States once remarked: “Today is the oldest you've ever been, and the youngest you'll ever be again.” 2 Corinthians 5:17 reminds us: “Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation. The old has passed away; behold, the new has ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 5:4, Titus 3:5, 2 Peter 1:21, Matthew 17:1-9

Second Sunday Of Lent, Year A- Transfiguration Thoughts

Contributed by Paul Andrew on Jan 25, 2023

There is no "on the mountain" and "off the mountain" which can be explained by the virtue of equanimity.

Peter was talking, but yielded to the voice from heaven and listened. “Listen to him" we hear from God the Father. Matthew 17:5 A woman named Barb tells about an incident that happened in her granddaughter’s kindergarten class. A boy in the class just wasn’t listening to his teacher. The ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 17:1-9, Genesis 12:1-4

Denomination: Catholic

The Meeting On The Mountain

Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Feb 15, 2023

The Mount of Transfiguration - 1. A Revealing 2. A Reaction 3. An Expected Response

Scripture: Matthew 17:1-13 Theme: Transfiguration Title: The Meeting on the Mountain In the meeting on the Mountain we see 1. A Revelation 2. A Reaction 3. An Expected Response Revelation – Reaction – Response INTRO: Grace and peace from God the Father, Son and Holy Spirit! In ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 17:1-13, Philippians 2:14-15, Ephesians 5:8, James 1:17

Denomination: Nazarene

A Mountain Top Experience

Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Feb 15, 2023

The Transfiguration, yes is a moment of intimacy with God but more. If at Mt. Hermon demonstrates His power over the realm of Satan which began with Peter's confession "You are the Christ" and concludes with Jesus driving out the demonic from the boy.

In Jesus Holy Name February 19,2023 Matthew 19:1-5 Transfiguration Redeemer “A Mountain Top Experience” Almost everyone has a favorite bible story. When you think of all the bible stories you know…. Which is your favorite? I love this story. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 17:3-18, Luke 9:18-36

Denomination: Lutheran

Transformed! Series

Contributed by Charles Mallory on Feb 17, 2023

From the background of Free Methodist Doctrine (Wesleyan-Arminian), we are called to be "transfigured" as Jesus by allowing the Holy Spirit to change us from the "inside-out" to live a holy and sanctified life.

IT IS CLEAR FROM SCRIPTURE THAT THE CHURCH IS OF GOD AND FOR PEOPLE. THE BIBLICAL CONCEPT OF THE CHURCH IN THE UNDERSTANDING OF THE FREE MEHTODIST CHURCH STATES: “THE CHURCH IS THE ORGANIC, CORPORATE INSTRUMENT GOD HAS CHOSEN TO REMAKE PEOPLE AND SOCIETY. IT HAS A MISSION OF HOLY LOVE. THE CHURCH ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 17:1-7, Romans 12:2, Ephesians 4:22-24, 2 Corinthians 3:18, Matthew 5:48  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Free Methodist

Today Is Super Sunday (No, Not That One!)

Contributed by Jody Vansickle on Feb 18, 2023

A real 'super Sunday' is one where the Lord is worshipped.

You might not have noticed it, but there was a football game last weekend. • Although how it could escape your notice I don’t really know. • I am a big football fan. • Most Sunday afternoons during football season I find myself watching the games alone in the den, while those two are watching ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 17:1-9

Denomination: Methodist

Super Sunday Jesus Will Take You Higher Transfiguration Sunday, Series

Contributed by Amiri Hooker on Feb 18, 2023

Transfiguration Sunday is about the identity of the one we follow. Jesus Christ is revealed in glory on the mount of transfiguration. Let us rise to our feet and declare our allegiance to our Lord on this day.

Matthew 17:1-9 The Message Sunlight Poured from His Face 17 1-3 Six days later, three of them saw that glory. Jesus took Peter and the brothers, James and John, and led them up a high mountain. His appearance changed from the inside out, right before their eyes. Sunlight poured from his face. His ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 17:1-9

Denomination: United Methodist

Transfigure Us

Contributed by The Rev Deniray Mueller on Feb 19, 2023

maybe by transfiguring ourselves we can become what Jesus wants

Matthew 17:1-9 This Wednesday is Ash Wednesday and the beginning of Lent; that makes this Sunday the last Sunday of Epiphany, the Sunday on which we celebrate the transfiguration of Jesus. Jesus' transfiguration marks the pivotal point in his story. Up to this moment, Jesus had gone about ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 17:1-9

Denomination: Episcopal

Be A Witness Of Jesus’ Transfiguration

Contributed by Michael Otterstatter on Feb 20, 2023

As we peel back the layers, so to speak, of Jesus’ transfiguration we see how it confirms his identity, his mission, and his message. May the Holy Spirit enable us to be a witness of Jesus' transfiguration!

This morning our worship service is focused on a single event from Jesus’ life. Through the hymns have sung and will sing, through our Scripture readings, and now in our sermon together we are considering the details and the meaning of our Savior’s transfiguration. Before we look more ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 17:1-9

Denomination: Lutheran

Strength For The Journey

Contributed by Mary Erickson on Feb 20, 2023

A sermon for Transfiguration Sunday, Year A

February 19, 2023 - Transfiguration Sunday Rev. Mary Erickson Hope Lutheran Church 2 Peter 1:16-21; Matthew 17:1-9 Strength for the Journey Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. The season of Epiphany culminates today with our ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 17:1-9, 2 Peter 1:16-21

Denomination: Lutheran

The Mountain Top Experiences

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Feb 21, 2023

We will huff and puff going up a hill, but joy happens when reach the top!

The “mountaintop experience,” Matthew 17:1-9 1. The Disciples Follow Jesus up to the mountain • If you ever climbed a mountain it’s not easy huffing and puffing all the way. Small short hills cause me to huff and puff • Following Jesus is not easy one might say there’s a lot of huffing and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 17:1-9

Denomination: Methodist

The Flaming Fire Minister

Contributed by Benjamin Suulola on Feb 22, 2023

It is the desire of God that His ministers manifest as flaming fire in their generation. The reason is because fire is the identity of God and He has made His ministers to be flaming fire

It is the desire of God that His ministers manifest as flaming fire in their generation. The reason is because fire is the identity of God and He has made His ministers to be flaming fire (Psalm 104:4). However, there is a need to understand that we don’t just become a flaming fire minister. It ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 104:4, Matthew 17:1-4, Exodus 3:1-5, Song of Songs 1:4

Denomination: Apostolic