Mark 9:2-13
Big Idea: We must behold and accurately understand the presence of God to be properly empowered for the mission of God
The presence of God empowers the mission of God:
1. The presence of Jesus is pronounced (v. 2-6)
3 things I must understand about the presence of Jesus:
a) We are led into His presence
b) His presence is one of holiness, purity and power that mankind cannot manufacture
c) How we live in His presence shows what we know of His presence
2. The authority of Jesus is announced (v. 7-8)
2 things I must understand about the authority of Jesus:
a) The authority of Jesus brings everything under submission to Him
b) The authority of Jesus shows that God’s mission is fulfilled in Him and fueled by Him
3. The mission of Jesus required they come down (v. 9-13)
2 things I must understand about the mission of Jesus:
a) He died as a suffering servant
b) He has risen as a powerful Savior