06/28/25 More Than a Prophet

Takeaway: To see Jesus as more than a prophet and truly as the radiant Son of the living God is to be moved from mere admiration to life-changing worship.

Opening Prayer (Saturday)

Father, thank You for the gift of rest. As I slow down today, help me to find peace in You. Restore my soul, deepen my faith, and renew my joy in Your presence. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Reflection

There are moments in scripture when the veil is pulled back, and the divine glory of Jesus is revealed eith such clarity. The Transfiguration, recorded in Matthew 17, is one such moment. Jesus takes Peter, James, and John up a high mountain and there, before their very eyes, His appearance is changed. His face shines like the sun, His clothes become dazzling white. Suddenly, Moses and Elijah, representing the law and the prophets, appear and speak with Him. It’s a scene charged with heavenly glory and also sacred mystery. Yet at the heart of this divine encounter is a message that could not be clearer: Jesus is more than a prophet. He is the Son of the living God, Ling of kings, God Himself.

In a culture that often wants to contain Jesus, reducing Him to a wise teacher, a moral leader, or even a prophetic voice, the Transfiguration challenges us to see Jesus as He truly is. He stands in continuity with Moses and Elijah, yes, but He also stands above them. While they reflect God’s light, Jesus radiates light. He is not merely one who speaks for God; He is the Word made flesh. Peter, overwhelmed and unsure, suggests building shelters for all three, putting Jesus on the same level as Moses and Elijah. But before he finishes speaking, a bright cloud overshadows them and a voice from heaven speaks: “This is my Son. . . listen to Him!” God interrupts Peter’s misplaced equality and redirects his attention. Jesus is not one among many. He is the One.

This moment on the mountain is not just about glory; it is about clarity. Everything the law and the prophets pointed toward finds its end and completion in Him. The disciples had seen miracles, heard teachings, and even confessed Jesus as the Messiah, but this encounter brought their understanding from insight to awe. Do not settle for a partial picture of Christ. He is not just a spiritual guide or a heavenly messenger. He is the fullness of God in the Son.

When the voice speaks, the disciples fall face down, terrified. Glory has a way of humbling us, reminding us of the majesty of the One we follow. But then Jesus does something beautiful. He comes to them, touches them, and says, “Get up. Don’t be afraid.” Even in His glory, He is gentle. Even in His majesty, He is merciful. This is the Jesus we are called to know, not just the miracle worker or moral teacher, but the radiant, divine Son who invites us into intimacy with God. So, we ask ourselves: have I settled for a lesser view of Jesus? Have I tried to fit Him into categories that feel comfortable? Or, have I enter into the intimacy with him that I’m invited to enter?

To recognize Jesus as the Son of the living God is to be changed. It lifts us from admiration to worship, from curiosity to conviction, from following at a distance to drawing near with intimate love. And in doing so, we come to know not just who Jesus is, but who we are in Him: beloved, called, and transformed by grace.

Questions

Where might you be unintentionally putting Jesus on the same level as other voices or influences in your life?

What partial images of Christ have shaped your faith?

Application

Spend a few moments each day reading the Gospels not simply for wisdom or guidance, but for wonder. Ask the Holy Spirit to help you see the glory of Christ more clearly. Then, practice a posture of worship. That may mean turning off distractions, kneeling in prayer, or simply sitting in silence and reverence before the Lord.

Closing Prayer

Lord Jesus, You are more than a prophet, more than a teacher, more than a voice in history. You are the radiance of God’s glory, the Beloved, the One to whom I must listen. Forgive me for the times I’ve reduced You to something familiar or manageable. Lift my eyes to see You as You truly are. In Jesus’ Name, Amen.

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