After six days Jesus took Peter, James, and his brother John and led them up on a high mountain by themselves. He was transfigured in front of them, and his face shone like the sun; his clothes became as white as the light. Suddenly, Moses and Elijah appeared to them, talking with him. Then Peter said to Jesus, “Lord, it’s good for us to be here. If you want, I will set up three shelters here: one for you, one for Moses, and one for Elijah.” While he was still speaking, suddenly a bright cloud covered them, and a voice from the cloud said, “This is my beloved Son, with whom I am well-pleased. Listen to him!” When the disciples heard this, they fell facedown and were terrified. Jesus came up, touched them, and said, “Get up; don’t be afraid.” When they looked up they saw no one except Jesus alone. As they were coming down the mountain, Jesus commanded them, “Don’t tell anyone about the vision until the Son of Man is raised from the dead.” —Matthew 17:1-9
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“This is my beloved Son, with whom I am well-pleased. Listen to him!” —Matthew 17:5
“Get up; don’t be afraid.” —Matthew 17:7
“Be still and know that I am God.” —Psalm 46:10
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“Do not be conformed to this age, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind, so that you may discern what is the good, pleasing, and perfect will of God.” —Romans 12:2
For further study:
Scripture: Exod. 24:12-18; 1 Kings 19:11-13; Mark 9:2-8; Luke 9:28-36
Resources: “Opening to God” by David Benner
Community Group Guide:
How do you think it would have felt to experience the Transfiguration?
As you reflect on the Transfiguration, what insights do you gain?
What is a moment in your life that forever changed you?
How did God use that moment to shape you more into his image?
To prepare for next week: Read and meditate on Matthew 18