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Our Response

Sermon Notes for September 20, 2020 Matthew 17:1–8 After six days Jesus took with him Peter, James and John the brother of James, and led them up a high mountain by themselves. 2 There he was transfigured before them. His face shone like the sun, and his clothes became as white as the light. 3 Just then there appeared before them Moses and Elijah, talking with Jesus. 4 Peter said to Jesus, “Lord, it is good for us to be here. If you wish, I will put up three shelters—one for you, one for Moses and one for Elijah.” 5 While he was still speaking, a bright cloud covered them, and a voice from the cloud said, “This is my Son, whom I love; with him I am well pleased. Listen to him!” 6 When the disciples heard this, they fell facedown to the ground, terrified. 7 But Jesus came and touched them. “Get up,” he said. “Don’t be afraid.” 8 When they looked up, they saw no one except Jesus.

2 foundational truths about God’s nature:

1. God is a  God.

Above All, Over All, All Powerful, Rules & Reigns the Universe.

Principle: A right view of transcendence of God elevates our reverence of God.

Bible References:

Isaiah 55:8-9

Isaiah 6:1

John 8:23 

2. God is an  God.

Principle: A right view of the immanence of God elevates our relationship with God.

Bible References:

Luke 12:6

Acts 17:27-28

John 1:14

Matthew 17:6–8

How does God ask us to respond?

1. Be astonished and in  of God’s bigness.

Bible References:

Psalm 33:8b

2. Live  to God’s personal & unfailing love.

Bible References:

Psalm 27:4

John 3:16-17

Joshua 1:9

Hebrews 13:5

3. Constantly  in reverent fear to God’s presence.

Bible References:

Matthew 17:6–8

Psalm 33:8