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What deeper significance, besides reinforcing the apostles' faith, did the Father's words "Listen to him!" hold during the Transfiguration?
What deeper significance, besides reinforcing the apostles' faith, did the Father's words "Listen to him!" hold during the Transfiguration?
- An encouragement for the apostles to spread his teachings throughout the world.
- A command to recognize Jesus as a Messiah who redeems through suffering. (correct)
- An affirmation of Jesus' divine authority over natural elements.
- A prophecy of Jesus' eventual triumph over the Roman Empire.
Upon descending the mountain after the Transfiguration, what situation did Jesus encounter that underscored people's 'halfhearted faith'?
Upon descending the mountain after the Transfiguration, what situation did Jesus encounter that underscored people's 'halfhearted faith'?
- A father whose son the apostles had unsuccessfully tried to heal. (correct)
- A group of Pharisees challenging Jesus' interpretation of scripture.
- A crowd questioning Jesus' authority to perform miracles.
- A Roman official attempting to arrest Jesus for blasphemy.
What was Jesus' initial reaction upon encountering the agitated father and the crowd?
What was Jesus' initial reaction upon encountering the agitated father and the crowd?
- He expressed disappointment over their lack of faith. (correct)
- He rebuked the crowd for their skepticism towards the apostles.
- He questioned the father's belief in his abilities.
- He immediately healed the boy without any comment.
What prediction did Jesus make to his disciples following the healing of the boy?
What prediction did Jesus make to his disciples following the healing of the boy?
What was the apostles' response to Jesus' prediction of his suffering?
What was the apostles' response to Jesus' prediction of his suffering?
What Old Testament concept did Jesus discuss with his apostles concerning his impending suffering?
What Old Testament concept did Jesus discuss with his apostles concerning his impending suffering?
According to Thomas Weinandy, what is the primary reason for the Father's pleasure in Jesus?
According to Thomas Weinandy, what is the primary reason for the Father's pleasure in Jesus?
What event is described as sealing the New Covenant in the provided text?
What event is described as sealing the New Covenant in the provided text?
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Old Covenant
Old Covenant
The agreement between God and Israel before Christ that outlined rituals and commandments.
Exodus
Exodus
The departure of the Israelites from slavery in Egypt, symbolizing liberation.
Resurrection
Resurrection
The event of Jesus rising from the dead, affirming his divinity and promise of eternal life.
Transfiguration
Transfiguration
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Listen to him
Listen to him
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Faithless generation
Faithless generation
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Curing the boy
Curing the boy
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The Son of Man
The Son of Man
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Study Notes
Old Covenant in Jerusalem
- Jesus spoke with people about his coming ordeal/exodus
- The New Covenant was foretold through the Resurrection
- The Father approved of his Son's mission at baptism
- The Transfiguration reinforced faith in Christ.
Transfiguration- Deeper Meaning
- The Father's words ("listen to him") signal recognition as Messiah
- Jesus' suffering and dedication pleased the Father
- For John, James and Peter to listen to Jesus
Jesus' Encounter with a "Great Crowd"
- Jesus encountered people with halfhearted faith
- An agitated father sought help for his son with an evil spirit
- Jesus rebukes the "faithless generation"
- Jesus cured the boy and reminded disciples of his future
- The disciples still didn't grasp the significance.
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