While up on a mountain with a few of His disciples, Jesus “was transfigured before them. His face shone like the sun, and His clothes became as white as the light” (Matthew 17:2). The men with the Lord were given an amazing privilege and honor to catch a glimpse of the true glory of Christ. Peter described the scene by writing, “He received from God the Father honor and glory” (2 Peter 1:17). In this sermon from the 2018 Mid-MO Study, evangelist Jerry Dickinson powerfully explains the details of this most incredible scene and its significance.
The apostle closed his letter to the Galatians by saying: “From now on let no one trouble me, for I bear in my body the marks of the Lord Jesus” (6:17). Paul endured much hardship in his service to Christ, even suffering severe physical violence. Like Paul, many Christians in this modern day suffer – not always in our bodies, but in many ways we too can bear the marks of Jesus.
Setting goals and measuring improvement are challenges we face in almost every facet of life. Success in any endeavor is almost always determined by properly measuring one’s progress. In this sermon from evangelist Greg Gay, we’re reminded that Christianity is no different as each of us must strive to mature in the faith.
