Out Of The Ordinary

Out Of The Ordinary

Text: Matthew 17:1-8 (NIV)

1 After six days Jesus took with him Peter, James and John the brother of James, and led them up a high mountain by themselves. 2 There he was transfigured before them. His face shone like the sun, and his clothes became as white as the light. 3 Just then there appeared before them Moses and Elijah, talking with Jesus.

4 Peter said to Jesus, “Lord, it is good for us to be here. If you wish, I will put up three shelters—one for you, one for Moses and one for Elijah.”

5 While he was still speaking, a bright cloud enveloped them, and a voice from the cloud said, “This is my Son, whom I love; with him I am well pleased. Listen to him!”

6 When the disciples heard this, they fell facedown to the ground, terrified. 7 But Jesus came and touched them. “Get up,” he said. “Don’t be afraid.” 8 When they looked up, they saw no one except Jesus.

I.       Introduction:

II.    Appreciate the Majesty of Jesus: Glory Exposed

A.    A Mountaintop Encounter

B.     A Jesus Encounter

C.     A Glory Encounter

D.    A Memorable Encounter

III. Acknowledge The Credentials Of Jesus: Glory Highlighted

A.    Credentials Attended By The Glory of God

B.     Credentials Attested By The Voice of God

1.      He Is the Son of God: Recognized Divinity

2.      He Is Approved By God: Regarded Highly

3.      He Is Designated By God: Revealed Authority

IV. Accept The Veil Of Jesus: Glory Concealed

A.    Impressed By The Extraordinary

B.     Faced With The Ordinary

V.    Conclusion: