3. To be glorified here on the mountain, and to talk about his coming suffering in Jerusalem may have given the Lord Jesus strength for his days ahead strength facing this unimaginable human suffering. Stephen is stoned, lies down and falls asleep. Once again, Luke tells us about Jesus praying. Jesus went up the mountain to pray (9:29), perhaps to commune with God concerning his destiny. While it has been common to think of them as representing the law and the prophets, which is not to be discounted, there may be more important things about them in this story. 1-6. And it speaks to us what Christ did a few months later in his death, resurrection, and ascension into heaven. Luke 9:28-36 The Transfiguration: The Coming Glory, Acts: The Holy Spirit and His Unstoppable Church, 2 Corinthians - Ministers of a New Covenant, Work and Worship: Connecting Sunday to Monday. Luke 1:4 that you may have certainty of what you have been taught.. And for the worshiping congregation, Lent begins on the following Wednesday. This is more a theological than a geographical statement. The apostles sent forth. They expect him to conquernot to die. 40I begged your disciples to cast it out, and they couldnt.. Each of the Synoptic Gospels contains an account of the Transfiguration (Matthew 17:1-9//Mark 9:2-10 //Luke 9:28-36). Teri McDowell Otts lectionary reflections are sent to the Outlooks email list every Monday. Luke tells us that Peter did not know what he was saying, something which is quite evident. Luke 9:26 ESV For whoever is ashamed of me and of my words, of him will the Son of Man be ashamed when he comes in his glory and the glory of the Father and of the holy angels. Dont doubt him. shining to the perfect day.. We see Moses and Elijah, and we are strengthened to know there is life after the grave. Mark 9:2-8. 30 Suddenly they saw two men, Jesus says to the Though it may be more difficult to read a few words in this Gospel account and be similarly astonished, Jesus transformation here is more astonishing that anything weve ever witnessed. Physically and literally, his body and even his clothing were changed. Moses received the Ten Commandments on Mount Sinai (Exodus 20:1-17). In the Bible, when a story takes us up to a mountaintop, its a fair bet that something dramatic is going to happenindeed, its a fair bet that something deeply revelatory is going to happen. . In religious art, saints are often depicted with a circle behind their faces sort of like a disk or pie plate. While Luke does not tell of Peters protest (see Matthew 16:22), it is clear that the disciples are not prepared to hear Jesus talk about suffering and death. Psalm 99. If Peter, James, and John had any doubts before as to who Jesus was, seeing Jesus lit up like the blazing sun, seeing the long-dead Moses and Elijah alive before them, and now hearing a voice from heaven, surely they had no doubts now. The disciples were bewildered. WebCommentary on the Texts Luke 9:28-36. All that Peter taught and wrote about for more than 3 decades was founded upon eyewitness experiences he and the other apostles had. We looked earlier at Peters words in his second letter. And was transfigured before them: and his face shone as the sun, and his garments became white as the light.3. With a thirst to know God. In other words, long about the time Jesus could use all the support he could get, the disciples are simply unavailable to him in any meaningful way. The glory was there. In the Transfiguration, the earthly Jesus shares for a moment the company of two great and worthy residents of heaven, Moses and Elijah. scatter all my unbelief; They confirm that this is the will of God for him. His glory shinedfor those with eyes to seejust as brightly when he talked to lonely prostitutes and outcast lepers, when he saved wayward tax collectors and offered forgiveness to people who had never heard a forgiving syllable their whole lives long up to that point. God is not our Cosmic Buddy to whom we give the Bro handshake and hug. There is something so glorious about God and his kingdom that we will melt when confronted with it. Does your face glow with the light of Christ? Yes, the disciples themselves will suffer as they follow Jesus and proclaim him to the world. It lit up like a blazing light. I am come unto Mine own and Mine own receive Me not; I am become a stranger unto My brethren, an alien to My mother's children: Consider Mine enemies, for they are many, and they hate Me with cruel hatred. Either expression, as Stephen Farris points out in The Lectionary Commentary, could be the loose equivalent of saying about a week later. Yet, as Farris also suggests, in Lukes context the eighth day could be a prefigurement of the resurrection as well. Ascribe to the Lord, O families of the peoples, ascribe to the Lord glory and strength!. Moses and Elijah? Biblical writers, attempting to describe Gods glory using human words, portrayed it as like devouring fire (Exodus 24:17). So it is possible that this little detail on the timing of the Transfiguration could be a hint pointing toward Easter and the glory that awaited Jesus also then. A week ago, I was reading in 1 Corinthians 15 in my daily morning reading. We dont die and then simply vanish. In any case, its clear from the Gospel accounts by Matthew, Mark, and Luke that the disciples were terrified at what was happening. Mountaintop experiences are important, but theyre not meant to last forever. And just like that, it was over. How many broken hearts and broken lives could be avoided if we would just listen to him! The first step to such a prayer is stillness and silence, or what should have been Peters response on the mountain. There are many people who regret not listening to Jesus. Indeed, by their very demeanor and words, they are actually tugging Jesus another direction! Ive read this many times and wondered, Why did this happen? What was the purpose? Why Moses and Elijah? And it came to pass about an eight days after these sayings, he took Peter and John and James, and went up into a mountain to pray. Jesus words echo Moses reproach of Israel, and provide one more link between Moses and Jesus (Deuteronomy 32:5see also Numbers 14:27; Isaiah 65:2). If that is our view, we are badly, badly mistaken. Do you know one who is sorry for having listened? Having both of them appear on the Mount of Transfiguration seems to be a neat way of coalescing the whole Old Testament into Jesus ministry. 2. This is my Son, my Chosen One. Biblical Commentary Elijah fled to Mount Horeb, and there God spoke to him in a sound of sheer silence (1 Kings 19:12, NRSV; RSV: a still small voice). The way Luke frames it, the whole dazzling event ends up being kind of sweet in its own way, as though the Fathersensing the apprehension of the Sonsent down some reinforcements to buck him up and help him make it across the finish line. This event was not some simple stunt someone videos and posts on YouTube. Hebrews 5:7 ESV In the days of his flesh, Jesus offered up prayers and supplications, with loud cries and tears, to him who was able to save him from death, and he was heard because of his reverence. And this is where Id like to end simply by saying that for us to celebrate the transfiguration of Jesus is to renew our commitment to him, to recognize him as the Son of God and the Lord and Savior of our lives. It has two features that are of interest for Lukes rendition. as the stars forever and ever (Daniel 12:3). The moderator of the committee told me later, It was as if someone turned on the lights. 28-36 Christ's transfiguration was a specimen of that glory in which he will come to judge the world; and was an encouragement to his disciples to suffer for him. Christs cross was necessary so that he might enter into his glory (Luke 24:26; see also Philippians 2:5-11). Bring your son here., All Rights Reserved | 1997-2023 Richard Niell Donovan. Through the eyes of faith, we now see that the story of Jesus transfiguration is the story of a new covenant being established in Jesus Christ, a covenant that will be symbolized for all time, not by booths, but by the Cross of Calvary. So weve looked at this surprising, once-in-a-lifetime story. He considers Peters proposal foolish, but doesnt tell us why: One possibility is that Peter is trying to prolong the mountaintop experienceto keep Jesus safe on the mountain rather than seeing him exposed to suffering, rejection, and death (v. 22). WebMatthew 17:1-8. Web36 When the voice had spoken, they found that Jesus was alone. They speak then of Jesus exodus from this world through his suffering, death, and resurrection into heaven, the place where they dwell with God. WebCommentary for Luke 9 . Incarnation and Transfiguration are antiphonal. Perhaps Luke is tying the Transfiguration to the resurrection, which occurs on the eighth daythe day after the Sabbath. Or Isaiah the prophet who, in Isaiah 6, had this heavenly vision of God in full display of his glory and majesty. In you I am well pleased (3:22). 30 And, behold, there talked with him two men, which were Moses and Elias: 31 Who appeared in glory, and Every time they respond to Jesus predictions about suffering with indifference or with actions that tug another direction, Jesus must surely have heard the tempters voice whispering into his ear, See, even your friends dont buy it! After hearing such hard, perhaps even shocking, words a week earlier, now on the mountain the three disciples would have found great strength by seeing a glimpse of the coming glory in the resurrection, ascension, and second coming of Christ. The two festivals complement each other in striking ways. Moses had prophesied, Your God will raise up to you a prophet from the midst of you, of your brothers, like me. Our confidence in Christ is strengthened by this testimony. Luke says they were afraid when the cloud came upon them (Luke 9:34). Its something I think about only if Im watching a sci-fi movie. All of this provides important background, for Luke himself says that the transfiguration took place after these sayings., Some of the major features of Lukes account, over against Marks, are the following. What were Peter, John, and James thinking about this stunning scene before them? Commentators have long pointed out that Moses represented the Sinai Covenant/Law (as well as the Exodus) and that Elijah represented the prophetic voice of the Old Testament as well as Gods covenant faithfulness in sending servants to continue speaking to and ministering to even a wayward Israel. This mountain is not named, but its name is not important. WebCommentary on Luke 9:28-36 (Read Luke 9:28-36) Christ's transfiguration was a specimen of that glory in which he will come to judge the world; and was an Behold, two men were talking with him, who were Moses and Elijah (v. 30). Were not told why, although it was not unusual for Jesus to pull these 3 aside. Used by permission. Those who are wise shall shine as the brightness of the expanse; You and I in these bodies.we have an expiration date. That date is not stamped on us like on the can of beans, but its there. WebThe Transfiguration. "Hermon, which is indeed the centre of all the Promised Land, from the entering in of Hamath unto the river of Egypt; the mount of fruitfulness, from which the springs of Jordan descended to the valleys of Israel. We do not want to face him without having our sins paid for by him. We lead busy lives. But how could anyone be drowsy, even briefly, when such a spectacle was right in front of them? Or they respond to Jesus talk about sacrifice and humility by incarnating its opposite in a wrangling over and jockeying for power and privilege in Jesus coming kingdom (see Luke 9:46-50). There was no reason, therefore, that He should Luke 9:28 - G. Campbell Morgan's Exposition on the Whole Bible As He sent His apostles out, He gave them power and authority. It is useful. The prophecy of the Old Testament is realized in the presence of Moses and Elijah. Between Jesus birth and his death, this may be the most significant event in the Gospels. However, these words are directed to the disciples rather than Jesus (as at the baptism). All his teachings about love for God and for our fellow human beings are to be observed. The Feast of Booths was observed in the fall each year at the completion of the harvest. Later, at Jesus ascension, a cloud will take Jesus out of their sight (Acts 1:9also written by Luke). But its a whole other experience to have that same bolt of lightning strike the tree in your backyard when youre standing in the window 30 feet away. It is sown in dishonor; it is raised in glory. and those who turn many to righteousness Mark 14:33 and Matt 26:37 tell us that they will also be present at Gethsemane. Consider the wider context of Luke here. Why go through all this razzle-dazzle, bright-as-lightning stuff if the whole incident ends up being more about ears than eyes? Though its hard for us to grasp what happened here when Moses and Elijah appeared, to see them would have been sort of a pledge to the disciples of their own immortality. Accounts of Moses as having gone to heaven are not in the Old Testament itself, but in Jewish tradition (Josephus, Ant, 4.326). Mark, the shortest Gospel, gives the most complete account of this exorcism. So we may speculate a bit about why these two men appeared. The father has sought help from Jesus disciples (v. 40), and has surely availed himself of other potential remedies as well. This event was unprecedented. The Bible has a more remarkable story of a metamorphosis. WebThe transfiguration (Matthew 17:1-13; Mark 9:2-13; Luke 9:28-36) Jesus transfiguration took place on a high mountain, possibly Mount Hermon, which was not far from Caesarea Philippi. The temple was constructed on Mount Zion. Luke says, he intently set his face to go to Jerusalem. (9:51). What was his response? At the conclusion of his splendid chapter on the resurrection of Christ and the resurrection of our bodies, Paul magnificently concludes: 1 Corinthians 15:58 ESV Therefore, my beloved brothers, be steadfast, immovable, always abounding in the work of the Lord, knowing that in the Lord your labor is not in vain. They were silent, and told no one in those days any of the things which they had seen. For though he is glorious and transcendent, he is tender and merciful, and he longs to save our souls through his Son, Jesus. A rather literal translation would be that the disciples were weighed down with sleep, but when they were fully awake, they saw his glory.. To have Jesus entire body and clothing lit up like the sun, and to see two ancient biblical heroes appearing out of the past.well, whats the only response but amazement and fear? Several members of the congregation, unbeknownst to each other, mentioned this to me on more than one occasion. The Jewish people expect Moses and Elijah to return to usher in the messianic era. Yet in the Bible events like these sometimes play out rather differently than we think. But other times he swings at the pitch, completely whiffs, and strikes out. That Jesus did indeed go on to suffer and die is testament to his true divinity. They were dumbfounded, speechless, awe struck. As one prepares to preach on this text, it is important to bear in mind that the Transfiguration of Our Lord is a Christological festival, not so much an occasion for moralism (that we all have mountain top experiences, but must come down). Peter wanted to build three booths, but Jesus said no. It is possible to structure a sermon in such a way that it brings the hearer upon the scene, looking around at the various persons present. Listen to him! (v. 35). The disciples have survived their encounter with God! Now, were tempted simply to think of this as a Kodak moment, one youd like to hold on to, that Peter was simply trying to concretize the experience and preserve it for all time. Jesus prayed to God, and as he prayed, his appearance was changed, his raiment became dazzling white. And then he was joined by none other than Moses and Elijah representing, of course, the Law and the Prophets of the Jewish faith. In the Bible, when a story takes us up to a His face was altered. There was tangible evidence that the grave is not the end., J. Oswald Sanders, The Incomparable Christ. 33It happened, as they were parting from him, that Peter said to Jesus, Master, it is good for us to be here. Lukes disclosure concerning the conversation is highly significant for his account. There is a sermon in these few words. The word glory is used in the Bible to speak of various wonderful thingsbut it is used especially to speak of Gods gloryan aura associated with Gods appearance that reveals Gods majesty to humans. They cannot encourage Jesus to stick with what they dont understand (and would resist if they did understand it). Its not like Moses had gotten his face onto the $1 bill or that Elijah had had his visage plastered all over the place in Israel the way we Americans do with Abraham Lincolns face. But he will rise. Know this: The closer you walk with God, the brighter your path will be. And while this looks a little one-dimensional compared to the computer-generated graphics were so accustomed to, its meant to represent their holiness. Yet as Matt spoke of last week, he not only was 100% divine, he was 100% human with the frailties of humanity. Talk to someone you trust about this. But it also reminds us that the way to Easter is through the cross. As inner prayer, you pray a simple, repeated The exodon about which Moses and Elijah are speaking here is Jesus death, which he was about to accomplish at Jerusalem (v. 31). In the Bible, mountains are synonymous with the majesty and dominion of God. Spark Inspiration: He was not making up stories about Christ. What we are about to read is an unusual story. Luke clearly understands Jesus to be a new Moses. Its not easy to do. Exodus 34:29-35. What is sown is perishable; what is raised is imperishable. (Luke 9:37-38) The glory of the mountaintop was short-lived, at best. when, however, they had thoroughly awakened, And it came to pass about an eight days after these sayings, he took Peter and John and James, and went up into a mountain to pray, Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers. What he has said about himself and what is to happen is Gods will. And it matters. Now, in todays Gospel lesson, we have the most authoritative answer to the question, Who is this? God says, This is my beloved Son. This future glory of Christ when he comes again to earth soon is displayed for a short time on this mountaintop experience. Since this part of my sermon commentary is about Questions, Ill just ask a few of the ones that come to my mind in this startlingly odd passage. 30 Suddenly they saw two men, Moses and Elijah, talking to him. The scripture lessons from the Old and New Testaments this morning are like bookends. When Moses asked to see Gods glory, God replied, You cannot see my face, for man may not see me and live (Exodus 33:20)but God continued, Behold, there is a place by me, and you shall stand on the rock. And as he prayed, the fashion of his countenance was Check out these helpful resources They will fail to understand Jesus warning about his betrayal (9:43-45). 19-20). It goes without saying they had no way to recognize them physically. and went up onto the mountain to pray (9:28). Delivered Weekly! Like my elder years ago, wed likely come back refreshed and renewed and revived in the Spirit. Sermon Commentary for Sunday, February 7, 2016. But theres more to it than this. And yet, wed all do well to spend a little time on a mountaintop every once in a while. It happened on the next day, when they had come down from the mountain, that a great multitude met him (v. 37). It was a thanksgiving celebration. To have mountaintop experiences it is not enough to go up on a mountain; one must go up on a mountain to pray (Knox, 174). Now they are standing right here in front of them. (1-2) Jesus calls them and sends them forth. WebLuke 9:28-36. SCRIPTURE QUOTATIONS are from the World English Bible (WEB), a public domain (no copyright) modern English translation of the Holy Bible. (Nashville: Abingdon, 1995), Evans, Craig A., New International Biblical Commentary: Luke (Peabody, MA, Hendrickson Publishers, Inc., 1990), Farris, Stephen, in Van Harn, Roger (ed. Jesus understands our suffering because he suffered greatly in his days on the earth. WebLuke 9:28-36 The Radiance of God Dr. Philip W. McLarty The scripture lessons from the Old and New Testaments this morning are like bookends. 32 Now Peter and those who were with him were heavy with sleep, but when they became fully awake they saw his glory and the two men who stood with him. Even to see an angel in his glory would be terrifying. 3233 Burton St SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49546, All written content on this site, unless labelled otherwise, is the copyright property of the center for excellence in preaching / respective content author(s), The Center for Excellence in Preaching is a resource from Calvin Theological Seminary. My head with oil thou didst not anoint: but this woman hath anointed my feet with ointment . Lets make three tents: one for you, and one for Moses, and one for Elijah, not knowing what he said. Scripture says. In his prayerful agony, as he felt the weight of his impending suffering on the Cross, Jesus sweat was like drops of blood falling to the ground. Ive seen the Lord! Matthew says they were terrified when the Voice spoke to them (Matt 17:6). He says something that seems to make no sense: Let us set up tents for you, Moses and Elijah., Why did he say this? "Complete Commentary on Luke 9:36". They talk with Jesus. For now, let it suffice that something heavenly is happening. WebBethsade : Marc 8:22-26 [19] inclut le rcit de la gurison de "l'aveugle de Bethsade" [20]. Listen to him.. Some commentators even say that the preacher needs to choose one or the other. As noted above, these words form another connection with Moses, who told the people, Yahweh your God will raise up to you a prophet from the midst of you, of your brothers, like me. Dont disobey him. Listen, and not Look? a mountainnot Tabor, according to long tradition, with which the facts ill comport, but some one near the lake. A GLIMPSE OF GLORY Luke 9:28-36 From some aspects this was the highest point in our Savior's Henry, Matthew. It happened, as they were parting from him, that Peter said to Jesus, Master, it is good for us to be here. However it all happened, Luke alone tells us that these two showed up to encourage Jesus, to remind him that they, too, along with all the hosts of heaven were gearing up for the fulfillment of everything God had been aiming to accomplish ever since sin and evil showed up in this creation to sully Gods good intentions. The disciples kept Only the High Priest is allowed to come into Gods presenceand he only on the Day of Atonement (Hebrews 9:7). Amen. There was a young woman in our church several years ago who, whenever she got up to speak or sing, had a certain aura about her. In the Transfiguration, the human shares in divine glory. And he endured human suffering just like we did. We have here the narrative of Christ's transfiguration, which was designed for a specimen of that glory of his in which he will come to judge the world, of which he had lately been speaking, and, consequently, an encouragement to his disciples to suffer for him, and never to be But the subject matter of their conversation is clear: They spoke of Jesus departure and what he would accomplish in Jerusalem.. Luke 9:28-36 Transfiguration of the Lord You can tell when someone is really listening to you, writes Amanda Ripley in High Conflict: Why We Get Trapped and How We Get Out.. As a journalist, Amanda listens to people for a living. Sometimes he says something beautiful, like earlier in Chapter 9 when he confesses that Jesus is the Christ. Our Associate Pastor Nominating Committee went to Dallas for a Face to Face conference, where churches looking for ministers and ministers looking for churches get a chance to meet each other. Sinai appearing before the glory of God. (1-9) The multitude miraculously fed. 1. Here we have Jesus at the top of the mountain being transfigured, receiving the visits of Moses and Elijah and they are talking Continue Web9:28-36 Christ's transfiguration was a specimen of that glory in which he will come to judge the world; and was an encouragement to his disciples to suffer for him. They kept silent and in those days told no one of any of the things they had seen. And the story of the transfiguration in todays gospel (Luke 9:28-36) is the story of the sublime, absolute beauty. "It never entered thy thoughts to pay me the homageand yet I had helped thee, too, a littleof pouring oil on my head"; "but she hath anointed, not my head, she shrank, poor soul! We listen to so many voices today, all of which seem wise and attractivepundits, columnists, commentators, political analysts, religious gurus, celebrities, tempters, seducers. That Jesus perhaps needed this boost is testament to his true humanity. And it came to pass about an eight days after these sayings, he took Peter and John and James, and went up into a mountain to pray. 30 And behold, two men were talking with him, Moses and Elijah. His disciples, Peter, James and John, were privileged to see Christs glory on the Mount of It will happen, while my glory passes by, that I will put you in a cleft of the rock, and will cover you with my hand until I have passed by; then I will take away my hand, and you will see my back; but my face shall not be seen (Exodus 33:21-23). This feature, which is also present in Matthews account (Matthew 17:2), is missing in Marks account, in which it is said only that Jesus was transfigured (Mark 9:2). And the people should listen to him. Where others failed, Jesus prevails. The glory of the Lord was revealed at his birth (Luke 2:9). (In more cheeky moments Ive wondered about these two men sporting Hello! WebLuke 9:28-36 The Transfiguration 28 About eight days after Jesus said this, he took Peter, John and James with him and went up onto a mountain to pray. Its to sing with Charles Wesley, Christ whose glory fills the skies, Jesus exodon (death/resurrection) is the great salvation event of the NT, freeing believers from bondage to sin and death. These convulsions demonstrate graphically the problem that the father has described. If we do not know Jesus, we should turn to him. If there was any question as to who Jesus was, there was no mystery about it now: He is the Christ, the only begotten son of God. They will not understand Jesus prediction of his death and resurrection (18:31-34). Moses and Elijah. This Voice from the cloud seems to be articulating these very words, making the point that this long-awaited Prophetthe Messiah is here. Dont ignore him. 28 Now about eight days after these sayings Jesus * took with him Peter and John and James, and went up on the mountain to pray. First, there are the disciplesPeter, James, and John. As we might expect, the glory of Yahweh filled the tabernacle and the temple (Exodus 40:34; 1 Kings 8:11). Several times over the years, Ive prayed that I could see an angel. 28 Now about eight days after these sayings Jesus took with him Peter and John and James, and went up on the mountain to pray. And because his emphasis is upon the humanity of Jesus, and one of the greatest needs Transfiguration of Jesus in Luke 9:28-36 The Trinity can be a difficult concept for anyone to grasp, but it is especially tough for youngsters who tend to be quite literal-minded. His constant praying shows his love for his Father in heavenand his confidence that his prayers and his worship were heard. While he was praying, Jesus was transformed before the disciples eyes. Shortly before the Transfiguration, Jesus revealed to the disciples that The Son of Man must suffer many things, and be rejected by the elders, chief priests, and scribes, and be killed, and the third day be raised up (9:22). 18-20). When the voice came, Jesus was found alone (v. 36a). As Moses led the Israelites in the wilderness, God told him to build booths in which the people would dwell for seven days (Leviticus 23:33-43). And besides, how would you explain this? An experience the disciples never forgot. The parents, in their old age, will need the childs support. It is sown in weakness; it is raised in power. . Perhaps an analogy to explain this is that to see a bolt of lightning strike the earth a mile away and to hear the rumbling thunder is one experience. The apostle Paul notes that all have sinned, and fall short of the glory of God (Romans 3:23), but then says, We were buried therefore with him through baptism to death, that just like Christ was raised from the dead through the glory of the Father, so we also might walk in newness of life (Romans 6:4). As such the booths also symbolize a time of rest, which could be interpreted allegorically as the messianic rest. 1. It would be too much for us. They will fail to heal a boy with a demon (9:37-43). They said it was as if a ring of light encircled her face. Herod said, John I beheaded, but who is this, about whom I hear such things? He sought to see him (vv. Then Jesus told the disciples what Peters answer implied. But in our smallness, we think God might be like us but only a little better. Perhaps intimidating. This moment on the mountain with Jesus, Moses and Elijah tells us that yes, there truly is life beyond the grave. that he took with him Peter, John, and James, Jesus answers that in the next verse. First Reading Commentary on Exodus 34:29-35 Moses countenance glows Commentary on Luke 9:28-36 [37-43] The transfiguration of Jesus follows immediately on the scene where Peter confesses Jesus to be the Christ, the Messiah (Luke 9:20). In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost. Earlier in this chapter, Herod, hearing of the great works that Jesus was doing, was very perplexed, because it was said by some that John had risen from the dead, and by some that Elijah had appeared, and by others that one of the old prophets had risen again. Listen to him! (v. 35). We think God might be like us but only a little better ( at. And has surely availed himself of other potential remedies as well an.! 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