Disciples Caught Napping While History’s VIPs Chat with Jesus. Moses and Elijah pop in for a chat—because who needs Zoom when you’ve got divine FaceTime?
My heart’s all about helping you grow closer to God and finding the joy that comes from walking with Jesus every day. No big words or stuffy vibes here—just simple, real talk with a lot of love for you. Today, we’re diving into Luke 9:28-43, and I can’t wait to see how it encourages us in our faith. Let’s get started!
Section 1. Welcome and Announcements
Hello, church family! I’m so happy you’re here with us today. In Luke 9:28-43, we get this amazing glimpse of Jesus’ glory on a mountain and His power down in the valley—it’s a reminder of how He meets us right where we are. That’s what we’re exploring this week: seeing Him clearly and trusting Him completely. Before we jump in, here’s what’s happening in our community—let’s stay connected and keep shining His light together!
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Sunday Service: Join us at 10 a.m. this Sunday—bring a friend and let’s worship together!
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Prayer Night: Wednesday at 6:30 p.m.—a chance to lift up our hearts and needs to God.
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Community Picnic: Next Saturday at the park—food, games, and fun for all ages; sign up in the lobby!
Section 2. Call to Worship
Let’s turn our eyes to God right now, friends. Luke 9:35 says, “This is my Son, whom I have chosen; listen to him.” That’s our call today—to focus on Jesus and hear His voice. Let’s say together, “Lord, we’re here to see Your glory!” How about a response? You say, “Show us Your glory, Lord!” Ready? Show us Your glory, Lord!
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Responsive Reading: “Lord, we’re here to see Your glory—speak to us today!” / “Show us Your glory, Lord!”
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Hymn Suggestion: Let’s hum “Be Thou My Vision”—a perfect way to center on Him.
Section 3. Opening Prayer
Let’s pray together, family. Heavenly Father, we’re so thankful to be here with You today. Like those disciples on the mountain, we want to see Jesus’ glory and trust His power in our lives. Open our hearts, Lord—help us hear Your voice and follow You with joy. Thank You for loving us so much. In Jesus’ name, Amen.
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A Simple Prayer: Asking God to reveal Jesus to us and guide us closer to Him.
Section 4. Praise and Worship
Alright, let’s lift our voices and our hearts! Our worship team is ready to lead us with some beautiful songs—think “Holy Spirit” for that contemporary feel and “Great Is Thy Faithfulness” to root us in tradition. This is our time to adore God and let His presence fill us up—it’s all about seeing and celebrating Jesus today!
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Singing Together: Songs that lift us into God’s presence with joy.
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Worship with Heart: Our team’s here to guide us in praising Him.
Section 5. Scripture Reading
Today, we’re diving into Luke 9:28-43. This is such an incredible moment—Jesus takes a few disciples up a mountain, shines with glory, and then comes down to heal and help. It’s a picture of who He is: divine and powerful, yet close and caring. Let’s read it and let God speak to us.
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The Events: Jesus goes up to pray and is transfigured, glowing with glory as Moses and Elijah appear. The disciples are awestruck, then stumble a bit. Down the mountain, Jesus heals a boy the disciples couldn’t, showing His compassion and authority.
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Luke 9:28-43 (NIV):
28 About eight days after Jesus said this, he took Peter, John and James with him and went up onto a mountain to pray.
29 As he was praying, the appearance of his face changed, and his clothes became as bright as a flash of lightning.
30 Two men, Moses and Elijah, appeared in glorious splendor, talking with Jesus.
31 They spoke about his departure, which he was about to bring to fulfillment at Jerusalem.
32 Peter and his companions were very sleepy, but when they became fully awake, they saw his glory and the two men standing with him.
33 As the men were leaving Jesus, Peter said to him, “Master, it is good for us to be here. Let us put up three shelters—one for you, one for Moses and one for Elijah.” (He did not know what he was saying.)
34 While he was speaking, a cloud appeared and covered them, and they were afraid as they entered the cloud.
35 A voice came from the cloud, saying, “This is my Son, whom I have chosen; listen to him.”
36 When the voice had spoken, they found that Jesus was alone. The disciples kept this to themselves and did not tell anyone at that time what they had seen.
37 The next day, when they came down from the mountain, a large crowd met him.
38 A man in the crowd called out, “Teacher, I beg you to look at my son, for he is my only child.
39 A spirit seizes him and he suddenly screams; it throws him into convulsions so that he foams at the mouth. It scarcely ever leaves him and is destroying him.
40 I begged your disciples to drive it out, but they could not.”
41 “You unbelieving and perverse generation,” Jesus replied, “how long shall I stay with you and put up with you? Bring your son here.”
42 Even while the boy was coming, the demon threw him to the ground in a convulsion. But Jesus rebuked the impure spirit, healed the boy and gave him back to his father.
43 And they were all amazed at the greatness of God.
Section 6. Pastoral Prayer or Intercessory Prayer
Let’s lift our prayers to God, inspired by Jesus’ glory and power. Lord, we pray for our church family today—open our eyes to see Jesus clearly, like those disciples did. Heal the hurting, strengthen the weak, and give us faith to trust You in every valley. Let Your glory shine in us, Father. Amen.
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Congregational Response: “Lord, show us Your glory and help us trust You!”
Section 7. Offering
Friends, giving is one of the ways we worship God—it’s us saying, “Lord, we’re all in for You.” Your tithes and offerings help us share His love and power with others, so thank you for that!
Let’s pray: God, we’re so grateful to give back to You. Bless these gifts as an act of worship, and use them to honor You and lift others up. In Jesus’ name, Amen.
Section 8. Special Music
Before we wrap up, our worship team has a special treat—a beautiful rendition of “How Great Thou Art” to echo the amazement at God’s greatness we see in Luke 9. It’s the perfect lead-in to what’s next!
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Picture a rugged mountain trail, the kind where your sandals slip and your legs ache. Jesus is leading Peter, John, and James up this slope, the wind whispering through the rocks. It’s late, and they’re wiped—eyes drooping, heads nodding. Jesus says He’s going to pray, and they figure, “Great, we’ll nap.” But then—bam!—a flash like lightning jolts them awake.
Jesus is glowing, His face radiant, His robe blinding white. Two figures—Moses and Elijah—stand with Him, talking about something big, something about Jerusalem.
Peter rubs his eyes, half-dazed, and blurts, “Let’s build tents! Let’s stay!” He wants to bottle this moment, but a cloud rolls in, thick and heavy. A voice booms, “This is my Son—listen to Him.” The glow fades, and it’s just Jesus again, calm as ever.
The next day, down in the valley, a dad’s pleading for his son, seized by a demon. The disciples fumble, but Jesus steps in—rebukes the spirit, heals the boy, and hands him back whole. The crowd gasps, amazed at God’s greatness.
Now, imagine you’re Peter, stumbling through that night. What if that glimpse of glory isn’t just for then? What if it’s for you—those quiet nudges in your day, the times Jesus shows up when you’re too tired to notice? This isn’t about mountaintops or miracles—it’s about seeing Him, trusting Him, right where you are. I’m not here to push anything—just to share a spark that might light up your faith, one real moment at a time.
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