Read 2 Peter 1:16-21
16 We
have not depended on made-up stories in making known to you the mighty coming
of our Lord Jesus Christ. With our own eyes we saw his greatness. 17We
were there when he was given honour and glory by God the Father, when the voice
came to him from the Supreme Glory, saying, “This is my own dear Son, with whom
I am pleased!” 18We ourselves heard this voice coming from
heaven, when we were with him on the holy mountain.
19 So
we are even more confident of the message proclaimed by the prophets. You will
do well to pay attention to it, because it is like a lamp shining in a dark
place until the Day dawns and the light of the morning star shines in your
hearts. 20Above all else, however, remember that no one can explain
by himself or herself a prophecy in the Scriptures. 21For no
prophetic message ever came just from human will, but people were under the
control of the Holy Spirit as they spoke the message that came from God.
Think
Peter describes something of
the mysterious experience of seeing Jesus transfigured; and hearing God’s voice
confirm his identity. For Peter this
confirms the hope of the scriptures; and encourages him in his ministry.
Pray
Lord,
Peter and the disciples got to see you revealed in all your glory and hear the father’s voice
speaking from heaven. I live by faith
and do not have such clear site. By
grace, give me the faith I need to be courageous.
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