Scripture: Luke 9:28-36
Main Themes: Transformation, Perspective, Mystery, Choosing Love
Discussion Questions:
1. Reflection on the Mountaintop Experience:
• Peter, James, and John witnessed Jesus’ transfiguration, a moment of divine revelation. What do you imagine it must have been like for them?
• Have you ever had a “mountaintop” experience—a moment when you felt especially close to God or saw something in a new light? How did it shape your faith?
2. Seeing Beyond Our Perception:
• Pastor Mark shared that we only ever see in part—our perception of reality is limited. How does this idea challenge or expand your understanding of faith?
• What are some ways we can remind ourselves to look beyond what is immediately visible in our lives and in the world?
3. Holding on to Transformation:
• Peter wanted to build dwellings to stay on the mountain, but transformation isn’t something we can grasp and hold onto. Have you ever tried to cling to a spiritual high? What happened?
• Instead of trying to hold onto experiences, how might we allow them to shape us moving forward?
4. Choosing Love Amid Uncertainty:
• Pastor Mark quoted Suleika Jaouad: “You have to shift from gloom and doom and focus instead on what you love.” How does this apply to your own life right now?
• How can we choose love in our daily interactions, even in challenging situations?
5. Living Out the Message:
• At the Communion table, we catch a glimpse of the world as it should be—where all are welcome, and grace abounds. How can we bring that vision into our everyday lives?
• What is one concrete step you can take this week to shift your perspective and live in love?
