On the Feast of the Transfiguration, Jesus takes Peter, James, and John up a high mountain, where they witness His glory and see Him speaking with Moses and Elijah. It is an extraordinary moment, but it is not simply meant to amaze them. Jesus is preparing them for what lies ahead. Soon they will witness His suffering and death, and their faith will be severely tested. The memory of His glory will strengthen them to persevere through the darkness.
The Transfiguration offers an important lesson for us as well. We all need moments on the “mountaintop”—times set apart from the routine of daily life to be alone with the Lord in prayer. We also need to remember the ways He has revealed His love and faithfulness to us in the past. Those encounters with Christ become a source of strength when we return to the valleys of everyday life, reminding us that His glory is never absent, even when it is hidden from our sight.
Living in Love with God 
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