Genesis 15:5-12.17-18
Psalm 26
Philippians 3:17—4:1
Luke 9:28-36
OUR WAY TO OUR TRANSFIGURATION
Usually, the story of the transfiguration is proclaimed on the second Sunday of Lent. Situating this event in its context may be enlightening. It was preceded by two events. First, the exiting moment of Peter’s confession that Jesus is the Christ. Second, the shocking prediction of Jesus’ sufferings, death and resurrection. Then comes the wonderful experience of the Transfiguration: “Rabbi, It is wonderful for us to be here…” said Peter (Luke 9:28-36).
Thus, the transfiguration was to boost the faith of the disciples and teach them that after his suffering and death, glory will be his. On this journey of life, sufferings and crosses are inevitable. In spite of the awful moments we may have to experience, the crosses we may have to bear, the pains and difficulties we may have to go through, the trying moments we may have to live, one thing is sure: God is leading us to glory. Hence St Paul tells us our mortal bodies will be transformed, transfigured into copies of Jesus’ glorified body. For we are pilgrims on this earth. Our homeland is in heaven (Phil 3:17—4:1). So, the gospel of the cross must be preached in today's world where some Christians preach only the prosperity gospel.
Thus, like Abraham, we are heading towards our promised land. By faith and on account of his trust in God’s promises, he left his father’s house and headed to a land he did not know. Thus, God makes a covenant with him to assure him of his unfailing presence and his faithfulness that never ends (Gen 15:5-12.17-18). We too must move onwards despite the crosses we have to bear, for no cross, no crown. May the lord help us to bear our crosses and never give up so that we may share in his glory and joy. Amen
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