1. The transfigured Jesus (1-4)

Jesus took his three top disciples up the mountain. He gave them a preview of his resurrection and of his glorious heavenly image. Moses and Elijah, representing the Law and the Prophets, talked with him. They talked with him about his approaching death on the cross and encouraged him to be faithful to God's mission (Lk 9:30,31).

2. Listen to him (5-8)

Peter and the others were frightened. He blurted out their real desire for ease and glory (5). Then a cloud enveloped them. God himself proclaimed Jesus as his Son, whom he loved, and commanded the disciples and us to 'listen to him.'

3. Coming down the mountain (9-13)

As they were coming down the mountain, Jesus again spoke of his resurrection, and of his suffering and death. John the Baptist, a type of Elijah, had already suffered and had been killed by Herod.

Application: Lord, help me to listen to you, even when what you say is not what I like to hear.
One Word: Remember his glory; obey him