Saturday, February 3, 2018

February 11, 2018

Breaking Open the Scripture Scriptures for February 11th: 2Kings 2:1-12; Psalm 50:1-6; 2 Corinthians 4:3-6; Mark 9:2-9; Theme: Transfiguration Sunday Mark: This scripture tells the story of when the disciples get their first glimpse of who Jesus really is. Prayer is important to Jesus. It is important to get direction from God in his ministry is important. This time, he is not alone, he brings his disciples. This time, he does not talk with God, but with the prophets for direction. As the disciples witness this wonderful occasion, they see that Jesus clothes are transformed and he starts to glow. By this, they know that he has been touched by the glory of the Lord. They too want to be touched and to be a part of his ministry. What are some ways that we experience God’s glory today? When are the times in your life when God makes an appearance and teaches you a lesson? This is a moment that the disciples will remember forever, but as they are coming down from the mountain, Jesus tells them to tell no one about what they just witnessed. This is known as the messianic secret. 2Kings: This is a very important verse, because it teaches us about the transference of power from one generation to another. Elijah has been a very successful prophet, and he has been training Elisha for years to take his place. Since Elijah has a relationship with God, he knows that soon he will join God and leave Elisha alone. Everyone seems to know this is about to happen, except Elisha. Elisha sticks to his master like glue. Finally his master, Elijah asks him what he wants. Elisha says that he wants to be twice the man Elijah is. When the day comes, Elijah does not die, he is just taken up by chariot to heaven. Elisha is left to pick of the mantle and to carry on the prophecy to the people. Questions: Who has been a spiritual mentor to you? What would you like to inherit from them?

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