Luke 9:28-36, Seeing Jesus Glory. A SUBSCRIBER SAYS: Dear Dick, I would just like to say how much I appreciate your ministry. 36 And when the voice had spoken, Jesus was found alone. Now, were tempted simply to think of this as a Kodak moment, one youd like to hold on to, that Peter was simply trying to concretize the experience and preserve it for all time. A cloud covered the mountaintop, and from the cloud came a voice saying, This is my beloved Son. Perhaps an analogy to explain this is that to see a bolt of lightning strike the earth a mile away and to hear the rumbling thunder is one experience. Sobering. Its to sing with Charles Wesley, Christ whose glory fills the skies, What were Peter, John, and James thinking about this stunning scene before them? And I do not fault them at all. WebThe Pulpit Commentary - Luke 7:46. He had talked previously about his forthcoming suffering and death. In the Bible, when a story takes us up to a But it also reminds us that the way to Easter is through the cross. How so? But other times he swings at the pitch, completely whiffs, and strikes out. We are told that the appearance of Jesus was as bright as lightning. Now lightning is pretty bright. Moses received the Ten Commandments on Mount Sinai (Exodus 20:1-17). More and more thyself display, Yes, the disciples themselves will suffer as they follow Jesus and proclaim him to the world. Later, after the resurrection, he will make it clear that his death was necessary so that he might enter into his glory (Luke 24:26). As he was praying, the appearance of his face was altered, and his clothing became white and dazzling (v. 29). It is interesting to note that although Luke tells us that Jesus garments shone as bright as a flash of lightning, we are not told that Jesus face shone, only that it changed. In the Greek this is literally that the EIDOS of his face changed, the image, the appearance, of his face was altered. Moses had prophesied, Your God will raise up to you a prophet from the midst of you, of your brothers, like me. And this is where Id like to end simply by saying that for us to celebrate the transfiguration of Jesus is to renew our commitment to him, to recognize him as the Son of God and the Lord and Savior of our lives. 7-9). Jesus understands our suffering because he suffered greatly in his days on the earth. Luke 9:28-36. The transfiguration of Jesus offers a glimpse of the Trinity, as well as a wild display of Gods glory and confirmation of who Christ is. The tradition that this mountain was Tabor is generally abandoned, and Mount Hermon is commonly supposed to have been the scene of the transfiguration. Herod said, John I beheaded, but who is this, about whom I hear such things? He sought to see him (vv. The apostle Paul notes that all have sinned, and fall short of the glory of God (Romans 3:23), but then says, We were buried therefore with him through baptism to death, that just like Christ was raised from the dead through the glory of the Father, so we also might walk in newness of life (Romans 6:4). 34 As he was saying these things, a cloud came and overshadowed them, and they were afraid as they entered the cloud. From some frightening experience, we said or did something and we later wondered, Why did I do that?. Matthews Gospel account says that Jesus was, transfigured before them, and his face shone like the sun, and his clothes became white as light (Matt 17:2). The disciples will neither listen well nor carry out their tasks faithfullyuntil after the resurrection. If you look at all three Gospels: So essentially they were understandably terrified in the entire experience. Those who are wise shall shine as the brightness of the expanse; They are represented in this episode (as) foils to Jesus. (10-17) Peter's testimony to Christ, Self-denial enjoined. God the Father and his Son and even the angels have a glory about them. There is a sermon in these few words. Sometimes he says something beautiful, like earlier in Chapter 9 when he confesses that Jesus is the Christ. Though its hard for us to grasp what happened here when Moses and Elijah appeared, to see them would have been sort of a pledge to the disciples of their own immortality. Earlier in this chapter, Herod, hearing of the great works that Jesus was doing, was very perplexed, because it was said by some that John had risen from the dead, and by some that Elijah had appeared, and by others that one of the old prophets had risen again. Mark 9:6 says, he did not know what to say, for they were terrified., We might say he was out of his mind. Some of us might relate to this. And Terrifying. Every second reading for Transfiguration from 2 Corinthians comes after the next. WebCommentary on Luke 9:28-36 (Read Luke 9:28-36) Christ's transfiguration was a specimen of that glory in which he will come to judge the world; and was an encouragement to his disciples to suffer for him. The apostles are sent to preach and heal. I admired him for that, and wished I could be a little more like him to break away periodically, disappear, go up on a mountain and spend time alone with God in prayer. 7 After he had finished all his sayings in the hearing of the people, b he entered Capernaum. Probably, he just wants to do something. Peter is an action-man! In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost. He was the second WebLuke 9:28-36 - Matthew Henry's Whole Bible Commentary HomeCommentaries ReaderRelatedVerse Bible CommentsHomeCommentaries The Transfiguration. And we get a lot of positive reinforcement for being responsible, predictable and easy to get a hold of. (6) So that his disciples do not stumble at his debasing himself in his flesh, he teaches them that it is voluntary, showing in addition for a moment the brightness of his glory. While he was praying, Jesus was transformed before the disciples eyes. Hymn Lists. And it came to pass about an eight days after these sayings, he took Peter and John and James, and went up into a mountain to pray. While he said these things, a cloud came and overshadowed them (v. 34a). Luke places Johns name ahead of James here and in the story of Jairus daughter, perhaps because Peter and John will be so closely linked later in Lukes writings (22:8; Acts 3:1-10; 4:1-22; 8:14-25) (Culpepper, 205). These recognized giants of the faith come to point Jesus in the direction he needs to go and to encourage him that down that path lies the salvation of the world. A bolt of lightning is one of the most powerful forces on planet earth, discharging 1,000,000,000,000,000 watts of electricity (thats 1 trillion if you dont want to count up all the zeroes) at a temperature of 20,000 degrees centigrade (which is considerably hotter than even the surface of the sun). A week earlier, Jesus spoke of his Second Coming when he returns to earth in glory. WebLuke 9:28-36 This passage is traditionally know as the Transfiguration, from the Greek term used by both Mark and Matthew to describe what happened to Jesus ( metemorphotha, Mk 9:2-8, Mt 17:1-8). It is useful. We cant deal with it. Lets make three tents: (and) a cloud came and overshadowed them We do not want to face him without having our sins paid for by him. Neither do Peter, John, or James offer an explanation. An analogy might be coming into contact with a live high-voltage electrical line. The moderator of the committee told me later, It was as if someone turned on the lights. that he took with him Peter, John, and James, Both Moses and Elijah had received revelation on mountains. What was his response? He saw and heard ancient leaders of Israel Moses and Elijah. Henry, Matthew. A Sermon Based on Luke 9:28-36 March 4, 2019; Rev. They will stand at a distance while Jesus was crucified (23:49). Between Jesus birth and his death, this may be the most significant event in the Gospels. God promises that the day will come when his glory will fill all the earth (Numbers 14:21). And it speaks to us what Christ did a few months later in his death, resurrection, and ascension into heaven. No sooner than he got down off the mountain, Jesus was met by a woman with a sick child, who begged for his mercy and healing kindness. Many prayers and much supplication. Luke says that this epiphany on the mountaintop took place eight days after Peters famous confession of Jesus as the Christ. The voice from the cloud interrupts so that Jesus never responds directly to Peters suggestion to build booths. The accounts in the Gospels of Matthew and Luke are drawn from Marks, but there are some significant differences among them. Let me offer a few thoughts. Jesus has come to reveal God and redeem humanity. Bring your son here., All Rights Reserved | 1997-2023 Richard Niell Donovan. The committee interviewed several candidates, and each made a positive impression. Does your face glow with the light of Christ? They must be metamorphosed. 30 And, behold, there talked with him two men, which were Moses and Elias: 31 Who appeared in glory, and Finally, there is the cloud and the voice. Delivered Weekly! Luke does not say that Jesus was actually transfigured (Greek metamorphthē), as in Mark and Matthew, but says only that his face was altered; along with the other two, however, he says that the clothing of Jesus became dazzling white. Now, heres Jesus on Mount Herman. ), The Lectionary Commentary: Theological Exegesis for Sundays Text. For when he received honor and glory from God the Father, and the voice was borne to him by the Majestic Glory, This is my beloved Son, with whom I am well pleased, we ourselves heard this very voice borne from heaven, for we were with him on the holy mountain. As Moses led the Israelites in the wilderness, God told him to build booths in which the people would dwell for seven days (Leviticus 23:33-43). On this mountain the subject (has been) death (Craddock, Interpretation, 135). Prayer is a transfiguring, transforming duty, which makes the face to shine. Not for nothing are they called Mountaintop Experiences! Shortly before the Transfiguration, Jesus revealed to the disciples that The Son of Man must suffer many things, and be rejected by the elders, chief priests, and scribes, and be killed, and the third day be raised up (9:22). That exodus can only happen in accord with what Jesus himself had predicted when he said, just prior to this story, that he must suffer, be killed, and be raised on the third day (9:22). WebLuke 9:1-50 contain sundry particulars which together form the closing scenes of the Galilean ministry: the mission of the Twelve, the feeding of the thousands, the conversation on the Christ and the Frederick Brotherton Meyer's Commentary. Do you know one who is sorry for having listened? saves me time (retirement is just as busy as full time ministry) saves me money..(how quickly our libraries are dated!). And they kept silent and told no one in those days anything of what they had seen. Commentary on Luke 9:28-36 [37-43] The transfiguration of Jesus follows immediately on the scene where Peter confesses Jesus to be the Christ, the Messiah (Luke 9:20). Amen. Moses and Elijah. Mountains are places of prayer, and it is on mountains that many significant encounters with God take place. Exodus 34:29-35. You shall listen to him (Deuteronomy 18:15). Why go through all this razzle-dazzle, bright-as-lightning stuff if the whole incident ends up being more about ears than eyes? Its not easy to do. To twenty-first century ears, the symptoms sound like epilepsy. Jesus gave the twelve power and authority over all demons, and to cure diseases (9:1). Certainly, their faith has waned more often than it has waxed. One creature is nothing like the other. Hed come back a different man revived and ready to go back to work. This moment on the mountain with Jesus, Moses and Elijah tells us that yes, there truly is life beyond the grave. Its real. After hearing such hard, perhaps even shocking, words a week earlier, now on the mountain the three disciples would have found great strength by seeing a glimpse of the coming glory in the resurrection, ascension, and second coming of Christ. We can read about that in Luke 22 just hours before the Crucifixion. Metamorphosis is when an ugly, crawly creature like a caterpillar undergoes a complete transformation and comes out radically different. GET YOUR FOUR FREE SAMPLES! Even to see an angel in his glory would be terrifying. Lets make three tents: one for you, and one for Moses, and one for Elijah, not knowing what he said (v. 33). But on a different note: its always been a mystery to me how the disciples recognized Moses and Elijah. WebCommentary for Luke 9 . Powerful. when, however, they had thoroughly awakened, And it came to pass about an eight days after these sayings, he took Peter and John and James, and went up into a mountain to pray, Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers. Bring your son here. 42While he was still coming, the demon threw him down and convulsed him violently. This was a moment they would never forget. She laughed and said, Oh, he just needs a little time every once in a while to be alone with God. She said hed go backpacking on horseback in the mountains of New Mexico. WebCommentary on Luke 9:28-36 (Read Luke 9:28-36) Christ's transfiguration was a specimen of that glory in which he will come to judge the world; and was an Probably there is something to all that, but it does not appear that Moses and Elijah spent their time with Jesus reflecting on the ins and outs of the Law and Prophets. 32 Now Peter and those who were with him were heavy with sleep, but when they became fully awake they saw his glory and the two men who stood with him. Jerusalem will be the place of his death, but it will also be the place of his resurrection and his ascensionevents that will reveal his glory. 28 Now about eight days after these sayings he took with him Peter and John and James and went up on the mountain to pray. The word glory is used in the Bible to speak of various wonderful thingsbut it is used especially to speak of Gods gloryan aura associated with Gods appearance that reveals Gods majesty to humans. The Greek word that Matthew and Mark use is basically our word, metamorphosis. It means to be transformed. At this point in Lukes story, Jesus and the disciples are on the way into the abyss of Jesus passion. Luke 1:4 that you may have certainty of what you have been taught.. It is as if they have been presented, suddenly and without warning, with their final Examtheir Really Final Exam. That chapter is all about the resurrection. See Gill on Matthew 17:1. The event was a revelation of Christs glory and was witnessed by only three chosen apostles. This is simply the contrast of the smallness of our humanity before the might and power and glory of Almighty God, Creator of heaven and earth. Now, in todays Gospel lesson, we have the most authoritative answer to the question, Who is this? God says, This is my beloved Son. Both of those portions of the Scriptures point ultimately to Jesus. Moses face shone so brightly that he found it necessary to wear a veil to shield people from the glare (Exodus 34:29-35). In other words, long about the time Jesus could use all the support he could get, the disciples are simply unavailable to him in any meaningful way. The exodon about which Moses and Elijah are speaking here is Jesus death, which he was about to accomplish at Jerusalem (v. 31). What is sown is perishable; what is raised is imperishable. On the other side of the bookshelf weve got Jesus going up on Mount Herman. WebMatthew Henry's Commentary on Luke 9:28-36 In this chapter we have, I. They are left with Jesus and silence. Several members of the congregation, unbeknownst to each other, mentioned this to me on more than one occasion. This was a real and astonishing moment in history. Yet we are told that for a time during this epiphany of glory, the disciples were sleepy! And heres a warning: If any of us have not believed in Jesus Christ, we should tremble. But theres more to it than this. a mountainnot Tabor, according to long tradition, with which the facts ill comport, but some one near the lake. We see Moses and Elijah, and we are strengthened to know there is life after the grave. WebLuke 9:28-36. Why Moses and Elijah? So we may speculate a bit about why these two men appeared. In the Transfiguration, the earthly Jesus shares for a moment the company of two great and worthy residents of heaven, Moses and Elijah. 1-6. Web9:28-36 Christ's transfiguration was a specimen of that glory in which he will come to judge the world; and was an encouragement to his disciples to suffer for him. scatter all my unbelief; Cry out for mercy. Mark 9:2-8. The first step to such a prayer is stillness and silence, or what should have been Peters response on the mountain. Lets make three tents: one for you, and one for Moses, and one for Elijah, not knowing what he said. The Transfiguration is a Christological festival in the church year, which means that the story of the Transfiguration deserves attention on its own. Our bodies will be glorious. The longer text tends to diminish the significance of the Transfiguration. Lectionary Reflections Luke 9:28-36 February 10, 2013. Moreover, the disciples of Jesus are to listen to him. We lead busy lives. An event like this has only a few parallels. 29 And as he prayed, the fashion of his countenance was altered, and his raiment was white and glistering. It is sown in weakness; it is raised in power. Look in your Bibles up at vs. 26 here in Luke 9. For Moses died 1400 years earlier, and Elijah was taken into heaven 800 years earlier, and here they are now in front of Peter, James, and John alive and in glory. You can turn there. Ive read this many times and wondered, Why did this happen? What was the purpose? For most preachers, the decision is easy. Listen to him! (9:29, 34-35). The cloud was gone, Moses and Elijah vanished, and Jesus was left alone with his disciples. Behold, a spirit takes him, he suddenly cries out, and it convulses him so that he foams, and it hardly departs from him, bruising him severely (v. 39). It is sown a natural body; it is raised a spiritual body. This is the only Gospel to tell us what Moses and Elijah discuss with Jesus. Jesus prayed to God, and as he prayed, his appearance was changed, his raiment became dazzling white. And then he was joined by none other than Moses and Elijah representing, of course, the Law and the Prophets of the Jewish faith. Mark 14:33 and Matt 26:37 tell us that they will also be present at Gethsemane. Now they are standing right here in front of them. To see Gods glory provokes an intense response. WebLuke 9 The Feeding of the Five Thousand A. It happened about eight days after these sayings (v. 28a). The moment is over! Its easy to find a time-lapse video of this strange looking caterpillar forming a chrysalis, and then a couple weeks later opening up to display this butterfly. For all of us, let us seek to know the glory of God that we might experience the wonder and awe and fear of knowing him. TRY SERMONWRITER! In the Protestant lectionary, Transfiguration Sunday stands at the juncture between Epiphany and Lent, and as such, offers a glimpse forward to the Easter Season and the Resurrection and Ascension of Christ. Deuteronomy 18:15 ESV The Lord your God will raise up for you a prophet like me from among you, from your brothersit is to him you shall listen. Matthew says they were terrified when the Voice spoke to them (Matt 17:6). And likewise, we can have greater assurance that the words of the NT are from firsthand eyewitnesses. To have Jesus entire body and clothing lit up like the sun, and to see two ancient biblical heroes appearing out of the past.well, whats the only response but amazement and fear? Peter will deny Jesus (22:54-62). 1. WebBethsade : Marc 8:22-26 [19] inclut le rcit de la gurison de "l'aveugle de Bethsade" [20]. II. The saying of Peter would then mean that, since the messianic age is here, the group should camp out permanently on the mountain. Luke wrote this Gospel with this purpose in mind. Prayer is a transfiguring, transforming duty, which makes the face to shine. In religious art, saints are often depicted with a circle behind their faces sort of like a disk or pie plate. (See on [1610]Mt 16:13). 30 And behold, two men were talking with him, Moses and Elijah. His disciples, Peter, James and John, were privileged to see Christs glory on the Mount of Transfiguration (9:28-36). This event was unprecedented. His disciples, Peter, James and John, were privileged to see Christs glory on the Mount of 29 And as he was praying, the appearance of his face was altered, and his clothing became dazzling white. This recalls the story of Moses, who encountered God on Sinai as a devouring fire on the top of the mountain (Exodus 24:17) and whose face shone brightly by reason of his speaking with Yahweh (34:29). Peter will also link the Moses prophecy with Jesus in a sermon shortly after Pentecost (Acts 3:22). Even Peter keeps his mouth shut. This Voice from the cloud seems to be articulating these very words, making the point that this long-awaited Prophetthe Messiah is here. No restraint! While it has been common to think of them as representing the law and the prophets, which is not to be discounted, there may be more important things about them in this story. Luke 9:28-36. When he returns down the mountain, his face literally shined for a time since he had been in Gods presence. The second feature is that the disciples are said to have dozed off during that conversation, but saw the glorified Jesus and the two men with him (9:32). The scripture lessons from the Old and New Testaments this morning are like bookends. Scripture quotations are from the World English Bible (WEB), a public domain (no copyright) modern English translation of the Holy Bible. The Jewish people expect Moses and Elijah to return to usher in the messianic era. The rest of the event seems to have taken place for Jesus edification. To me, its one of the more remarkable biological events. Each of the Synoptic Gospels contains an account of the Transfiguration (Matthew 17:1-9//Mark 9:2-10 //Luke 9:28-36). Its not like Moses had gotten his face onto the $1 bill or that Elijah had had his visage plastered all over the place in Israel the way we Americans do with Abraham Lincolns face. Is there any trustworthy voice amidst the cacophony? I am Yahweh your God (Leviticus 23:43). In nature, metamorphosis is astonishing. 35 And a voice came out of the cloud, saying, This is my Son, my Chosen One; listen to him!. Luke describes Peter as not knowing what he said (v. 33). Peter, James, and John already believed in life after death, but surely this moment dramatically increased their convictions that everything they had been taught about life after death was absolutely true. Lukes account is closely related to the First Lesson, in which Moses, after being in the presence of God to receive the Ten Commandments, comes down from Mount Sinai, and the skin of his face shone because he had been talking with God (Exodus 34:29). Listen to him! There is a sermon in these words. To me, its one of the more remarkable biological events. Maybe the sleepiness of the disciples is emblematic for how often they had missed the glory of Jesus when it shined right in front of them day in and day out throughout Jesus ministry. The disciples will also have a problem with sleep at the Mount of Olives (22:45). They were dumbfounded, speechless, awe struck. The Gospel of John in particular speaks of the cross as Christs glorification (John 12:23; 13:31-32). When you get a moment, take a close look in the mirror. The World English Bible is based on the American Standard Version (ASV) of the Bible, the Biblia Hebraica Stutgartensa Old Testament, and the Greek Majority Text New Testament. Go on and at least try to establish an earthly kingdom. They will not understand Jesus prediction of his death and resurrection (18:31-34). 29 And as he prayed, the fashion of his countenance was altered, and his raiment was white and glistering. The prophet Elijah challenged the priests of Baal on Mount Carmel (1 Kings 18). III. Really carefully. Let us make three tents, one for you and one for Moses and one for Elijahnot knowing what he said. Anybody who manages to radiate the energy and light of a lightning bolt is mighty powerful and mighty bright. 34While he said these things, a cloud came and overshadowed them, and they were afraid as they entered into the cloud. Ancient leaders of Israel appearing before their very eyes. The story of Elijahs going to heaven is told at 2 Kings 2:11-12. 28It happened about eight days after these sayings, that he took with him Peter, John, and James, and went up onto the mountain to pray. LUKE 9:28-31. Through the eyes of faith, we now see that the story of Jesus transfiguration is the story of a new covenant being established in Jesus Christ, a covenant that will be symbolized for all time, not by booths, but by the Cross of Calvary. Luke 9:26 ESV For whoever is ashamed of me and of my words, of him will the Son of Man be ashamed when he comes in his glory and the glory of the Father and of the holy angels. The last 3 chapters of Luke speak of this. The Exodus from Egypt led Gods people to the Promised Land. Later, at Jesus ascension, a cloud will take Jesus out of their sight (Acts 1:9also written by Luke). Rev., the mountain. But that is horrible, and now for at least a moment it appears that all that can be bypassed. A thousand sparks to inspire you and your congregation! Dayspring from on high, be near; Copyright 2007, Philip McLarty. But, as one particular candidate came into the room, the whole ambiance of the room changed. As such the booths also symbolize a time of rest, which could be interpreted allegorically as the messianic rest. And youre hoping youre still alive. It came to pass about eight days after Including the day on which the discourse, recorded in the preceding chapter, was delivered, and that on which the fact, Im going to die!!. So whats up with that? But who can adequately translate those "strong cryings and tears?" Herod's terror at the growing greatness of our Lord Jesus, ver. WebJesus Heals a Centurions Servant. Though sinless, Jesus experienced pressures and grief and sorrow.

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