2 Kings 1-12
2 Corinthians 4:3-6
Mk 9:2-9
The Transfiguration is the promise of hope before we embark on the Lenten Journey to the crucifixion. It is a brilliant light amidst the growing darkness.
Jesus told the apostles that He would suffer and die. The threat hangs thick in the air as they trekked up the mountain. The disciples are portrayed as baffled and faithless. Like us, they just don't get it.
The Gospel provides many types of relationship to Jesus. While most folks don't care at all, apparently, a large number of people were curious. There was some excitement about new possibilities. Lots of people came to hear Him speak. Others, troubled physically and spiritually, came for healing and deliverance. A small party aligned themselves with Him, and He had an inner circle of three. Meanwhile, those in power--the Elite--plotted His demise. The ancient faith is clear; what happened to Jesus on that mountain height awaits us all. Our destiny is to be transformed into divine light. This Lent, pursue that enthusiastically.
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