Transfiguration (David Gore • Luke 9:28-36)
from MustardSeed Talks 2019 Hosted by David Gore
The story of the Transfiguration of Christ is (by any measure) a very mysterious account. It is strange to our ears as we hear it. And it was equally strange for the disciples who experienced it first hand. There seems no doubt that at the heart of this little supernatural drama is the clear proclamation that Jesus is both in the line of revelation of the Law (Moses) and the Prophets (Elijah), as well as the fulfilment of these - ‘This is my Son, listen to HIM!’ Jesus’ identity is of critical importance as he makes his way steadfastly toward Jerusalem and the events that await him there. If Jesus were simply a prophet, his crucifixion would be a terrible crime indeed. But as the Son of God, it transfigures the meaning of everything!
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