Mark 9:1-13 The Reward of Discipleship
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Joel and Mary Nadel, Covenant Church
Joel and Mary Nadel, Covenant Church
From J.C. Ryle’s “Expository Comments on the Gospels - Mark”
From J.C. Ryle’s “Expository Comments on the Gospels - Mark”
House Rules: Phones, Respect, Stay on the Text
House Rules: Phones, Respect, Stay on the Text
And Jesus was saying to them, “Truly I say to you, there are some of those who are standing here who will not taste death until they see the kingdom of God after it has come with power.” Six days later, Jesus took with Him Peter and James and John, and brought them up on a high mountain by themselves. And He was transfigured before them; and His garments became radiant and exceedingly white, as no launderer on earth can whiten them. Elijah appeared to them along with Moses; and they were talking with Jesus. Peter said to Jesus, “Rabbi, it is good for us to be here; let us make three tabernacles, one for You, and one for Moses, and one for Elijah.” For he did not know what to answer; for they became terrified. Then a cloud formed, overshadowing them, and a voice came out of the cloud, “This is My beloved Son, listen to Him!” All at once they looked around and saw no one with them anymore, except Jesus alone. As they were coming down from the mountain, He gave them orders not to relate to anyone what they had seen, until the Son of Man rose from the dead. They seized upon that statement, discussing with one another what rising from the dead meant. They asked Him, saying, “Why is it that the scribes say that Elijah must come first?” And He said to them, “Elijah does first come and restore all things. And yet how is it written of the Son of Man that He will suffer many things and be treated with contempt? “But I say to you that Elijah has indeed come, and they did to him whatever they wished, just as it is written of him.”
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Jesus’ Ministry Travels
Jesus’ Ministry Travels
For I delivered to you as of first importance what I also received: that Christ died for our sins in accordance with the Scriptures, that he was buried, that he was raised on the third day in accordance with the Scriptures,
because, if you confess with your mouth that Jesus is Lord and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved.
Introduction
Introduction
Mark is one of the Gospels - it tells us how we can be reconciled to God and gain eternal life
Preceded by John, Jesus came from Galilee
John got the people’s attention - repent for the forgiveness of sins
Jesus began his ministry
Signs and wonders demonstrated His lessons
Jesus was alienating Israel’s religious and political leadership - they were plotting to kill Him
Knew He was going to the cross to finish His work - prepared His disciples
Last two weeks: A turning point in Jesus mission -
Peter confesses Jesus as Christ
Jesus focuses on His mission to Jerusalem
Jesus teaches on the cost of following Him
This week:
Jesus gives His disciples a foretaste of Heaven
Connection of this passage to the last chapter
Jesus has been speaking of His
upcoming death and resurrection
Disciples - self denial - of losing lives to be saved
Speaks on His coming kingdom and glory
Now He takes the edge off the hard sayings and promises a sight of the glory to come
We know, from history, His promises were fulfilled.
A marvelous vision of the glory of Christ at the second coming
A marvelous vision of the glory of Christ at the second coming
The first thing we see is the marvellous vision they give us of the glory of Christ AND HIS PEOPLE, when He comes again
This was the main reason that Jesus went up on the mountain and was transfigured
Meant to teach - Lord was of poor appearance now, but would one day appear in royal glory as the Son of God
When He comes the second time, He will appear with His Saints
Even though they were persecuted now, that because they were Christ’s they would one day be clothed with honor and take part in His glory - this was a glimpse of the future
In this story we see a remedy for doubts
The vision is a gracious promise that glorious things are in store for God’s people
The crucified saviour will come again in power and glory - His saints will come with Him - they are safe now, until that happy day
Col. 3:4 “When Christ who is your life appears, then you also will appear with him in glory.”
Peter’s reaction when He saw the Lord transfigured
Peter’s reaction when He saw the Lord transfigured
Mark 9:5 “And Peter said to Jesus, “Rabbi, it is good that we are here. Let us make three tents, one for you and one for Moses and one for Elijah.””
Not to be commended - demonstrated Peter’s ignorance of Christ’s mission
Forgot the dark world, which so much needed Jesus’
Suggestion that he should build three tents, for Moses, Elijah and Jesus, showed a low view of Christ’s dignity - implied that He did not understand that Christ was greater than both Moses and Elijah
In all cases, this was not a praiseworthy statement
Having said that, lets remember the remark showed how happy and joyful Peter was
It shows the comfort and joy he felt as a true believer
As we look forward, we should try to understand the joy and pleasure that we will experience, when we at last meet Jesus at His second coming, and will be together forever
This vision was a great comfort to Peter, especially after the teaching on Christ’s coming crucifixion
The sight of Elijah and Moses, not dead but alive, must have really warmed his heart
What will we say when we meet the Lord on the last day with His saints?
Have you ever met someone important or famous and babbled?
We’ll probably say something silly too - but Jesus won’t care
On thing we will say for sure: “It is good to be here.”
Christ’s place as the promised Messiah
Christ’s place as the promised Messiah
The last thing we see is the testimony to Christ’s office, and His dignity, as the promised Messiah
Moses represents the Law, Elijah the prophets
They are witnesses that Jesus is the one they spoke of in times past - the one they wrote about
They stay only a short time and then disappear, leaving Jesus alone - they are only witnesses, that the Lord has come and they are giving way to Him
Testimony from the Father: a voice from heaven: “this is my beloved Son, hear Him” - This time, He adds “hear Him”
The conclusion of the whole vision is designed to leave a lasting memory for the three disciples
Taught them, in the most striking manner: He is far above the prophets, as the master of the house is above the servants
They must believe, follow, trust and hear Him
They will be glorified with Him in heaven
Bringing it home
Bringing it home
The last words in this text should always be in the minds of all true Christians: “Hear Him”
He is the great Teacher - we would be smart to learn of Him
He is the light of the world - its never a mistake to follow Him
He is the Head of the Church: the Church must always look to Him
The question is not what ministers, priests, the Church or councils say, but what does Christ say? Let’s hear Him
Let us abide in Him, lean on Him, look to Him
He will never fail us, disappoint us, lead us astray
My sheep hear my voice, and I know them, and they follow me. I give them eternal life, and they will never perish, and no one will snatch them out of my hand.
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