{"id":241,"date":"2007-11-25T01:01:16","date_gmt":"2007-11-25T01:01:16","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/blog.beliefnet.com\/markdroberts\/2007\/11\/sunday-inspiration-from-pray-the-gospels-13.html"},"modified":"2007-11-25T01:01:16","modified_gmt":"2007-11-25T01:01:16","slug":"sunday-inspiration-from-pray-the-gospels-13","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.beliefnet.com\/columnists\/markdroberts\/2007\/11\/sunday-inspiration-from-pray-the-gospels-13.html","title":{"rendered":"Sunday Inspiration from Pray the Gospels"},"content":{"rendered":"

Excerpt<\/strong>
\nSix days later, Jesus took with him Peter and James and John, and led them up a high mountain apart, by themselves. And he was transfigured before them, and his clothes became dazzling white, such as no one on earth could bleach them.
\nMark 9:2-3<\/p>\n

Click here to read all of Mark 9:2-8<\/a><\/p>\n

Prayer<\/strong>
\nLord Jesus, in this astounding story we catch a glimpse of Your divine glory. Like Peter, James, and John, we watch as You are transfigured before us. And, like those first disciples, we sometimes find ourselves at a loss to know exactly how to respond.
\nYou are not just some royal figure, but the King of kings and Lord of lords. Before You all creation will bow in worship. It is our calling, our privilege, indeed, part of our created purpose, to anticipate this universal worship by offering ourselves to You in humble submission. You are our King, the One before whom bow, presenting our lives, our souls, our love.
\nChrist the King, be exalted this day throughout the world! May Your people lift up Your name to that all may be drawn to You. And may my voice add to the chorus of Your praise. You are not just the King of kings and Lord of lords, but my King and my Lord. Here I am, Jesus, all for You.
\nQuestions for Reflection<\/strong>
\nHow do you honor Christ as King?
\nIs Jesus the King of your life each day? Each moment? How do you respond to His kingship in your daily life?
\nChrist the King Sunday <\/strong>
\nToday is “Christ the King” Sunday in the Christian year, the last Sunday of the year. Next Sunday will be the first Sunday of Advent, which is the beginning of the Christian year.
\nPainting: “Christ Enthroned” from The Stefaneschi Triptych by Giotto di Bondone, c. 1330.
\nPray the Gospels<\/strong>
\nPray the Gospels<\/a><\/em> is one of my two devotional websites. The other is Pray the Psalms<\/a><\/em>. Both sites include a daily Bible reading from either the Gospels or the Psalms, along with a prayer and some additional thoughts or questions for reflection.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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Before his time at Irvine Pres, Mark served on the staff of the First Presbyterian Church of Hollywood as Associate Pastor of Education. (Thanks to Janel Pahl for taking the photo to the right.) Mark studied at Harvard University, receiving a B.A. in Philosophy, an M.A. in the Study of Religion, and a Ph.D. in New Testament and Christian Origins. He has taught classes in New Testament for Fuller Theological Seminary and San Francisco Theological Seminary. Mark has written several books, including No Holds Barred: Wrestling with God in Prayer (WaterBrook, 2005), Dare to Be True (WaterBrook, 2003), Jesus Revealed (WaterBrook, 2002), After \"I Believe\" (Baker, 2002), and Ezra, Nehemiah, Esther (Word, 1993). His most recent book is Can We Trust the Gospels? Investigating the Reliability of Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John (Crossway, 2007). He is currently working on a commentary on Ephesians that will be published by Zondervan in 2014. Mark writes a devotional for The High Calling of Our Daily Work, a website associated with Laity Lodge. His \"Daily Reflections\" can be viewed online or sent as a daily email. If you wish to receive this email, just visit TheHighCalling.org and sign up. Mark serves on the editorial board of Worship Leader magazine, where he publishes articles and reviews, including his regular column \"Lyrical Poetry.\" Additionally, he has published dozens of articles in leading magazines and journals. He often speaks for churches and other Christian groups, and has been interviewed on over seventy-five radio programs nationwide. Mark is married to Linda, who is a Marriage and Family Therapist, a Spiritual Director, and a retreat speaker. They have two children, Nathan and Kara.For Publicity Photos and Bio Statements for Mark, please check here. Mark's Dossier Professional History: Senior Director and Scholar-in Residence, Laity Lodge, October 2007 to present. Senior Pastor Irvine Presbyterian Church, June 1991 to September 2007 Adjunct Assistant Professor Fuller Theological Seminary, 1994 to 2007. Courses: New Testament Theology and Exegesis. Adjunct Instructor San Francisco Theological Seminary, 1995 to 2001. Courses: New Testament Greek and Exegesis Associate Pastor of Education First Presbyterian Church of Hollywood, 1987-1991 Teaching Fellow Harvard University, 1980-1983 Education: Ph.D. in the Study of Religion. Harvard University, 1992. Area: New Testament and Christian Origins M.A. in the Study of Religion Harvard University, 1984. A.B. magna cum laude in Philosophy Harvard University, 1979. Phi Beta Kappa; Danforth Fellowship Books: Can We Trust the Gospels? Investigating the Reliability of Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John. Crossway, 2007 No Holds Barred: Wrestling with God in Prayer. WaterBrook, 2005 Dare to Be True: Living in the Freedom of Complete Honesty. WaterBrook, 2003. Jesus Revealed: Know Him Better to Love Him Better. WaterBrook, 2002. After \"I Believe\": Experiencing Authentic Christian Living. Baker, 2002. Ezra, Nehemiah, Esther in the Communicator's Commentary Series. Word, 1993. 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