Luke 9:43-48 – The Path to True Greatness
Pastor Michael Rattin shows the way in which Jesus reveals the disciples’ wrong perspective on greatness. The text is from Luke 9:43-48.
Pastor Michael Rattin shows the way in which Jesus reveals the disciples’ wrong perspective on greatness. The text is from Luke 9:43-48.
Jesus, coming off a high point, is disappointed in his disciples’ lack of faith when they fail to cast out a demon. The text is from Luke 9:37-43.
In the context of taking up one’s cross and prayer, Jesus’ glory is revealed, his death is discussed, and his importance is highlighted by the Father in a mountaintop experience that would leave a lasting impression on the three disciples present. Luke 9:28-36 tells the story.
Anyone who was following Jesus because they thought it would be all about loaves and fish needed to know that Jesus’ path was not an easy one, as He himself made clear in Luke 9:23-27.
Pastor Michael Rattin explores what it means for this Jesus to be the Messiah – both for Jesus’ agenda and the disciples’ agenda.