Devotions
Glorious!
The Transfiguration of Jesus in Matthew 17:1-13 is a powerful moment that reveals His divine glory to Peter, James, and John. It teaches us about Christ’s identity, the fulfillment of Scripture, and the transformation that comes from encountering God. Below, we explore key aspects of this passage, with reflections on how they apply to our faith today.
Soul Value
Jesus presents a powerful challenge to His disciples, calling them to deny themselves, take up their cross, and follow Him. This passage highlights the eternal value of the soul and warns against the deception of worldly success.
Who do you say I am?
In Matthew 16:13-23, we encounter a powerful moment in Jesus’ ministry that highlights both the revelation of His identity and the challenge of truly following Him.
Develop Discernment
Jesus challenges His followers to move beyond surface-level thinking and develop spiritual discernment. He calls them to recognize Him not just for His miracles but for who He truly is—the Messiah, the Son of God.
Heart Condition
We all have family or cultural traditions—some meaningful, others merely habitual. Similarly, in church life, traditions often become so routine that we rarely question their biblical basis. Jesus challenges us to examine whether our traditions align with God’s truth or distract us from genuine worship.
Trust in Him!
As evening approaches, the disciples suggest sending the people away to buy food, seeing no way to provide for such a large crowd. Jesus challenges them: “You give them something to eat.” When they focus on their lack—only five loaves and two fish—Jesus instead demonstrates abundance, blessing and multiplying the meal until everyone is satisfied.
