Luke 9:28-36

Luke 9:28-36

1. This passage shows us something of the glory which Christ will have at His second coming.
2. This passage shows us the safety of all true believers who have been removed from this world.
3. This passage shows us that the Old Testament saints in glory take a deep interest in Christ's atoning death.
4. The passage shows us the immense distance between Christ and all other teachers whom God has given to man.

"Let us take comfort in the thought, that there are good things laid up in store for all true Christians, which shall make ample amends for the afflictions of this present time. Now is the season for carrying the cross, and sharing in our Savior's humiliation. The crown, the kingdom, the glory, are all yet to come."

"But, above all, let us take comfort in the thought, that until the day dawns, and the resurrection begins, the people of God are safe with Christ."

"But there is not the slightest proof that any Old Testament saint ever looked to any other satisfaction for sin, but that which God promised to make by sending Messiah."

"That voice proclaimed to Peter's ear that however great Moses and Elijah might be, there stood One before him far greater than they. They were but servants; He was the King's Son. They were but stars; He was the Sun. They were but witnesses; He was the Truth."

Questions:

1. In this account of the Mount of Transfiguration, we are given a glimpse into eternity as a means of encouragement after being called to deny ourselves. How often do we think of our eternal home and rewards? What are some ways we will seek to put these things before us so that we can walk more faithfully with God?

2. The doctrine of the intermediate state, that is, the location of the souls before judgment day, is little known, but here we have a glorious encouragement that all souls in Christ are with Christ. Take a moment to consider those who have died in the Lord, and rejoice in God’s care for them, and us.

3. What an incredible thing to consider: that if Moses and Elijah talked about the coming death of Christ, how much more ought we! Friends, can we say with Paul that we boast only in the cross of Christ and put no confidence in the flesh?

4. Brothers and sisters, Jesus shares His glory with no one, not even such figures as Moses and Elijah. We can rejoice in good preachers and teachers, but is what sits at the center of our hearts to hear the voice of Christ Jesus and follow Him alone?