Mark - A King's Ransom | Transforming Grace | 15 February 2026 | 10am

In today’s sermon, Robin Kinstead explores the transfiguration of Jesus in Mark 9 alongside the prophecy of Malachi 4, revealing the brilliance of God’s glory and the depth of His transforming grace. He highlights how Jesus is not merely reflecting God’s glory but is Himself the radiant Son of God, fulfilling the Law and the Prophets. The message emphasises that God’s kingdom and restoration come not through human effort but through the suffering, death, and resurrection of Christ. Believers are called to behold Jesus, listen to Him, and be transformed by His grace—reflecting His light in a world that cannot generate its own. 5 Questions to Think About: What does the transfiguration reveal about who Jesus truly is? Why is it important that God says, “Listen to him”? How do the appearances of Moses and Elijah help us understand Jesus’ role in God’s plan? Why can’t we separate God’s glory from the suffering of the cross? In what ways might you be trying to “create your own light” instead of reflecting Christ’s? 3 Key Takeaways: Jesus is the radiant Son of God, and His glory reveals both His identity and His mission. God’s grace and restoration come through the cross before the crown—suffering precedes glory. Transformation in the Christian life comes from beholding Jesus and reflecting His light, not from self-effort.