The Mountain That Changes Everything

Some moments in life leave you breathless.
Moments where heaven feels near, and everything inside you knows… God is here.

The Bible tells us about one of those moments.
It’s called the Mountain of Transfiguration. Though it happened over 2,000 years ago, its meaning is just as powerful today.

One day, Jesus invited three of His disciples, Peter, James, and John to follow Him up a high mountain.
He didn’t tell them why. He didn’t give them a plan.
He just said, “Come with Me.”

Mountains in Scripture are not just landscapes. They are places of encounter.
Think about Mount Sinai, where God gave the Ten Commandments.
Mount Carmel, where God answered Elijah with fire.
And now, this mountain, chosen for something extraordinary.

When they reached the top, everything changed.
The Bible says Jesus’ face shone like the sun.
His clothes became dazzling white, purer than anything on earth could make them.

Then, two figures appeared: Moses and Elijah.
Moses represented God’s Law.
Elijah represented the Prophets.
And both stood with Jesus, because He is the fulfilment of everything God has ever promised.

Luke’s Gospel tells us they spoke about Jesus’ upcoming death and resurrection.
Even in the middle of this breathtaking display of glory, the focus was still on the mission, the cross that was coming.

Peter, overwhelmed, blurted out, “Lord, it’s good for us to be here. Let’s build three shelters…”
In other words, “Let’s stay here forever.”

And honestly, we understand that.
When you experience God’s presence in a powerful way, in prayer, in worship, in a breakthrough moment… you want to hold on to it.

But here’s the truth: God doesn’t give us mountaintop moments so we can camp there forever.
He gives them so we can be strengthened for the valleys ahead.

The Father’s Voice

Suddenly, a bright cloud covered them, and a voice came from the cloud saying:

“This is My beloved Son. Listen to Him.”

Not “look at Him.”
Not “admire Him.”
Listen to Him.

It’s possible to be impressed by Jesus and still not follow what He says.
The Father’s message was clear. Discipleship means listening and obeying.

The disciples fell to the ground in fear.
Then Jesus touched them and said, “Get up. Don’t be afraid.”
When they looked up, Moses and Elijah were gone.

Only Jesus remained.

And that’s the point.
In the end, it’s always about Him.
Not the experience, not the moment, not the people around you…. just Jesus.

What It Means for Us Today:

The Mountain of Transfiguration isn’t just a story about glory, it’s a lesson for daily life.

See Jesus as He truly is. He’s more than a teacher or miracle worker. He is the radiant Son of God.

Listen to Him. His voice should be louder than fear, doubt, or the crowd.

Carry the mountain into the valley. What you see in God’s presence is meant to fuel how you live when life gets ordinary or hard.

Whether you feel like you’re on a mountaintop or in a deep valley today, the same Jesus who shone in glory is walking with you right now.

Maybe God has given you a glimpse of His presence recently, in prayer, through His Word, in a worship moment or even in a dream.
Don’t just admire it. Let it transform how you live.

Because the God who met Peter, James, and John on that mountain…
is the same God who wants to walk with you in your everyday life.

With love and purpose,

Harmonie

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