Sunday, October 5, 2008
Mark 9
Ever had a "mountain top" experience? You know, those special times of intimacy with the Lord; times when the Lord feels so close that you wonder why you ever have doubts. Well, in Mark 9 we read of perhaps the greatest mountain top experience ever, what is often referred to as the Transfiguration. The passage receives this title because in it we read of Jesus being transformed (or transfigured) into his glorified resurrection state. He becomes indescribably white. He is also visited by Moses and Elijah. Peter was so awed by the experience that he wanted to set up tabernacles (tents) so that they could all stay together on the mountain. The Scripture seems to indicate that this idea comes to Peter because in his amazement, he can't think of anything else to say or do. What do you think about Peter's response? How do you think you would have responded?
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It is so amazing to witness GOD's power and might now through earthly events...imagine what that was like to see it through direct interaction with the spiritual realm. Mind-boggling!
One thing that sets Christianity apart from other religions is that element of eyewitnesses.
Papa J...I'll bet some of them did lie face down in fear and awe! Having been through a major fear-inspiring event, it is interesting to see how GOD wired each of us differently for reacting to the unexpected. Peter and I are a lot alike in that regard...doesn't matter if what we do makes any sense, it just let's us feel more "normal" if we're doing something that seems helpful. I understand why Peter did what he did there on the mountain.
I will probably talk about this on Sunday, but I think you are spot on dougnfrankie. It's the Marry, Martha scenario. One is working. One is sitting at Jesus' feet. Which is the preferred place? (Luke 10:38-42)
Why do you think the people didn't make the connection that John was the Elijah messenger? His name? His words? His ministry? The people seemed more apt to believe Jesus was Elijah than John.
If you want to read some more about the John/Elijah connection, check out Luke 1:17, Matt 11:14, & John 1:24.
Just want to say that it is very interesting to read the old prophecies juxtaposed with the New Testament. THanks for setting that up for today's reading.
No problem. Sometimes I think we forget it's one Book, not two.
I find this weeks lesson awe inspiring. If we take the time, we can just simply be marveled by the wonders of GOD. I would LOVE to be there on the mountain, I probably would've said something goobery though.
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