Wait, Watch, Worship: A Lent DevotionalSample

Wonder (from earth to glory)

Sunday – 35 days before Easter

Matthew 17:1-9

The story of Jesus’ temptation in the wilderness (last week) reveals a very natural and human Jesus. The story of his transfiguration (this week) reveals a very supernatural and divine Jesus. Imagine what it must have been like for his closest friends to see and experience the full scope of both Jesus’ divinity and humanity. No wonder they often seem so confused and bewildered in the biblical stories. As we prepare this week to reflect on Jesus’ transfiguration, read the story and imagine what it must have been like to be there — the people, the experience, the sounds, the voices, the actions. Thank the Father for sending his Son, who is God-in-flesh, to show us the truth of his power, love, goodness, and glory.