192 The Clarification of Christ's Identity Matthew 17

In chapter 17 Jesus follows his declaration of six days earlier when he told them of his impending death, with this trip up the mountain to meet with God. Three disciples are accompanying him as he is suddenly transformed with God's presence. The disciples see Jesus talking with Moses and Elijah and Peter exclaims his willingness to build three shelters for them. In doing so he reveals his idea they are on par with each other as to importance. Then the voice of God is heard declaring that Jesus is His son and they should listen to him. Implied in that statement is the realization that Jesus is to be held with greater importance than Moses, who brought the law and Elijah, one of the prophets. Join us as we continue on this journey of listening to Jesus. The pdf is at www.rediscoveringgod.ca.