Introduction

Good morning, brothers and sisters. It’s a joy to be together in the house of the Lord! We gather here as a community and as a family, bound by the love of our Savior, Jesus Christ. Today, we are going to turn our hearts and minds to a moment in Scripture that is nothing short of astonishing.

In Mark 9:2-9, we read about an event of such significance that it leaves us breathless with wonder.

Let me read the passage for us:

"After six days Jesus took Peter, James and John with him and led them up a high mountain, where they were all alone. There he was transfigured before them. His clothes became dazzling white, whiter than anyone in the world could bleach them. And there appeared before them Elijah and Moses, who were talking with Jesus. Peter said to Jesus, 'Rabbi, it is good for us to be here. Let us put up three shelters—one for you, one for Moses and one for Elijah.' (He did not know what to say, they were so frightened.) Then a cloud appeared and covered them, and a voice came from the cloud: 'This is my Son, whom I love. Listen to him!' Suddenly, when they looked around, they no longer saw anyone with them except Jesus. As they were coming down the mountain, Jesus gave them orders not to tell anyone what they had seen until the Son of Man had risen from the dead."

This passage is a treasure of spiritual truth. It’s a scene that captures the essence of who Jesus is - His divinity, His glory, His purpose. It’s a scene that also speaks to us, calling us to reflect His light in our lives. But how do we do that? How do we mirror His light?

It was once said, "A Christian is not a person who believes in his head the teachings of the Bible. Satan believes them! A Christian is a person who has fallen in love with Jesus, who has decided to follow Jesus." Isn't it true? Isn't it about falling in love with Jesus and deciding to follow Him?

So, as we delve into this passage today, let's ask ourselves: Are we truly in love with Jesus? Are we truly following Him?

Let's bow our heads and pray:

Dear Heavenly Father, we thank You for this day, for the blessing of life, for the gift of Your Word. As we turn our hearts and minds to Your Scripture, we ask for Your guidance. Open our eyes to see the truth You want us to see, open our ears to hear the message You want us to hear, open our hearts to receive the love You want us to receive. May we fall in love with Jesus anew today, and decide to follow Him more closely. In Jesus' name we pray, amen.

Let’s begin!

Manifestation of Divine Glory

As we turn to the Scriptures, we find ourselves on a high mountain with Jesus and His disciples. There, something extraordinary happens. Jesus is transfigured. His clothes become dazzling white, whiter than anyone could bleach them. This is a moment of divine glory, a moment where the divinity of Jesus is revealed in a powerful, tangible way.

This is not just a spectacle for the eyes. It's a revelation for the heart. It's a moment that tells us something profound about who Jesus is. He is not just a man. He is God. He is divine. His glory is not of this world. It's a glory that comes from heaven. It's a glory that shines brighter than the sun.

But what does this mean for us? How does this divine glory impact our lives?

Firstly, it gives us a glimpse of the nature of God. God is not a distant, impersonal force. He is a personal, loving God who reveals Himself to us. He showed His glory to the disciples on the mountain, and He shows His glory to us today. He reveals Himself in the beauty of creation, in the pages of Scripture, in the person of Jesus Christ. He invites us to know Him, to love Him, to be transformed by His glory.

Secondly, this divine glory gives us hope. In a world filled with darkness, the glory of Jesus shines bright. It's a beacon of hope in the midst of despair. It's a light that guides us through the darkest valleys. It's a promise that no matter how dark things may seem, the light of Jesus can never be extinguished.

Thirdly, the divine glory of Jesus calls us to worship. When the disciples saw the transfigured Jesus, they were filled with awe. They were moved to worship. And so are we. When we see the glory of Jesus, when we understand who He is and what He has done for us, we can't help but worship. We can't help but bow down in awe and adoration.

Lastly, the divine glory of Jesus inspires us to live for Him. When we see the glory of Jesus, we are moved to live for His glory. We are moved to reflect His light in our lives. We are moved to shine His love in the world. As we reflect on the divine glory of Jesus, let's remember these truths. Let's remember the nature of God, the hope we have in Jesus, the call to worship, and the inspiration to live for Him. Let's allow the divine glory of Jesus to transform our hearts and our lives.

Remember that the divine glory of Jesus is not just something to be admired. It's something to be shared. It's a light that is meant to shine in our lives and in the world. So, let's shine the light of Jesus. Let's reflect His glory, live for His glory and share His glory with the world. In doing so, we will not only be transformed by the divine glory of Jesus, but we will also be instruments of transformation in the world. We will be bearers of the divine glory, bringing the light of Jesus into the dark places of the world. And in doing so, we will be fulfilling our calling as followers of Jesus. We will be living for His glory.

Mystery of the Transfiguration

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