scripture: matthew 17:1-17:13

Sermon for December 24th, 2023

Sermon for December 24th, 2023

Having taught his followers that the call to discipleship is a summons to take up their cross, Jesus preemptively addresses their fears and concerns with the transfiguration. What does this unveiling of his Divine glory teach us? Join us as we explore these verses and this important event!

Church of the Apostles- Dawsonville, GA

Big Idea - How are we to understand who Jesus is? In the parable section, Jesus made it clear that the key to being a faithful follower and being in the Kingdom depended on their understanding of the word - all that He was teaching them. Peter's confession that Jesus is the Messiah is a huge step forward, but it is clear that their understanding still falls short of all that Jesus truly is. What is still lacking in their knowledge? In what ways are they still deficient in their thinking about who Jesus is? We may ask the same question about our understanding of who Jesus is? Do we grasp fully and completely the whole picture of who Jesus is? Since understanding is of vital importance for faith, Jesus (with the help of the Father) gives further revelation to the disciples about His nature and His mission.

Big Idea - How are we to understand who Jesus is? In the parable section, Jesus made it clear that the key to being a faithful follower and being in the Kingdom depended on their understanding of the word - all that He was teaching them. Peter's confession that Jesus is the Messiah is a huge step forward, but it is clear that their understanding still falls short of all that Jesus truly is. What is still lacking in their knowledge? In what ways are they still deficient in their thinking about who Jesus is? We may ask the same question about our understanding of who Jesus is? Do we grasp fully and completely the whole picture of who Jesus is? Since understanding is of vital importance for faith, Jesus (with the help of the Father) gives further revelation to the disciples about His nature and His mission.

Bishop Hannington

Three Lakes Evangelical Free Church