Those who believe in salvation by grace plus nothing should be the happiest folks on earth!
We should have a sound mind that knows Satan hates us but Jesus wins, — every single time.
If you ask me, this is a pretty light rebuke considering who Jesus is talking to and what they have done!
Jesus plainly teaches them the fact that John the Baptist is indeed the fulfillment of the prophecy of the “return” of Elijah.
No man, or organization of men, has the authority to ignore scripture when speaking in God’s name.
In this, we get a glimpse at the sovereign right of God to do things as He wills. Our will, desires, or plans are sometimes considered by God. But in any case, God has the right to do things however He wants to. After, He is God!
Transfigure is certainly not a word we use everyday! But it is perhaps one of the most precious words we have in the English language. It tells of the moment that Jesus showed men just a little bit of His glory!