THE TRANSFIGURATION OF OUR LORD
February 27, 2022
AS WE GATHER
Jesus’ words and actions are for the benefit of all human beings. Isaiah says, “He was wounded for our transgressions; He was crushed for our iniquities” (Isaiah 53:5). What if Jesus was also transfigured for our transformation? In this mysterious encounter, the veil between the seen and the unseen is pulled aside, and Peter, James, and John beheld Jesus, the man, as He is in the brightness of the glory of God. He spoke with Moses and Elijah about His coming Passion in Jerusalem. The Father’s blessing echoes the blessing at His Baptism, “This is My Son, My Chosen One, listen to Him!” (Luke 9:35). This transfiguration began while Jesus was praying. The Divine Service is a weekly event where God serves His people through His Word and Sacraments. People respond with prayers, praise, and thanksgiving. As faith opens us to God’s love, this divine conversation powerfully transforms us, changing our ways of thinking, seeing, and living as we are sent out by God each week to love and serve others—just as Jesus did.
Bible Readings
OLD TESTAMENT READING: Deuteronomy 34:1–12 (The death of Moses)
EPISTLE READING: Hebrews 3:1–6 (Jesus, the Son, is worthy of more glory than Moses.)
HOLY GOSPEL: Luke 9:28–36 (The transfiguration of Jesus)