In the Transfiguration event, Jesus took Peter, James and John with him to an unnamed mountaintop.  There the glory of Jesus is revealed, Moses and Elijah joined with Christ and the Father’s voice is heard admonishing the apostles to “Listen to My Son”.  What an awesome event! 

Peter is so thrilled and excited that he offers to build three tabernacles to house Jesus, Moses and Elijah where they would live forever.  Peter included.  His comment: “it is good for us to be here,” indicates that he doesn’t want to leave and go back to the mundane world at the foot of the mountain.  

He does not want to leave, but he must leave. Peter is instructed by Jesus to wait to share what he has seen until after Christ’s death and resurrection.  Poor Peter, imagine what a shock that bit of information was to him.

We, however, are not under the same restrictions that tethered Peter.  We can spread the Good News of Jesus Christ to the world.  Assist, if you will, with keeping the Light shining in a world which can get very dark.  How can we do this? 

I can do this; you can do this with the help of the Holy Spirit sent to guide us.  Do not underestimate the power of a smile to someone on the street.  Do not underestimate the power of an encouraging word to a clerk struggling with a difficult customer.  Do not underestimate the power of your love for someone who feels unloved.  Do not be afraid to act as Christ’s representative here on earth.

Do remember that He loves you unconditionally. Spread the word that His love is endless and universal. 

Terri