Luke 9:31
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Sermons
Ed Miller
Michael FlowersMichael FlowersWilliam M. Clow
W.H. Griffith Thomas
David ServantSummary
Commentary
- Adam Clarke
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown
- John Gill
- Tyndale
Adam Clarke Bible Commentary
His decease - Την εξοδον αυτον, That going out (or death) of his. That peculiar kind of death - its nature, circumstances, and necessity being considered. Instead of εξοδον, thirteen MSS. have δοξαν, glory. They spoke of that glory of his, which he was about to fill up (πληρουν) at Jerusalem. The Ethiopic unites both readings. The death of Jesus was his glory, because, by it, he gained the victory over sin, death, and hell, and purchased salvation and eternal glory for a lost world.
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible Commentary
spake--"were speaking." of his decease--"departure"; beautiful euphemism (softened term) for death, which Peter, who witnessed the scene, uses to express his own expected death, and the use of which single term seems to have recalled the whole by a sudden rush of recollection, and occasioned that delightful allusion to this scene which we find in Pe2 1:15-18. which he should accomplish--"was to fulfil." at Jerusalem--Mark the historical character and local features which Christ's death assumed to these glorified men--as important as it is charming--and see on Luk 2:11. What now may be gathered from this statement? (1) That a dying Messiah is the great article of the true Jewish theology. For a long time the Church had fallen clean away from the faith of this article, and even from a preparedness to receive it. But here we have that jewel raked out of the dunghill of Jewish traditions, and by the true representatives of the Church of old made the one subject of talk with Christ Himself. (2) The adoring gratitude of glorified men for His undertaking to accomplish such a decease; their felt dependence upon it for the glory in which they appeared; their profound interest in the progress of it, their humble solaces and encouragements to go through with it; and their sense of its peerless and overwhelming glory. "Go, matchless, adored One, a Lamb to the slaughter! rejected of men, but chosen of God and precious; dishonored, abhorred, and soon to be slain by men, but worshipped by cherubim, ready to be greeted by all heaven. In virtue of that decease we are here; our all is suspended on it and wrapped up in it. Thine every step is watched by us with ineffable interest; and though it were too high an honor to us to be permitted to drop a word of cheer into that precious but now clouded spirit, yet, as the first-fruits of harvest; the very joy set before Him, we cannot choose but tell Him that what is the depth of shame to Him is covered with glory in the eyes of Heaven, that the Cross to Him is the Crown to us, that that 'decease' is all our salvation and all our desire." And who can doubt that such a scene did minister deep cheer to that spirit? It is said they "talked" not to Him, but "with Him"; and if they told Him how glorious His decease was, might He not fitly reply, "I know it, but your voice, as messengers from heaven come down to tell it Me, is music in Mine ears."
John Gill Bible Commentary
And it came to pass, as they departed from him,.... That is, as Moses and Elias departed from Christ; or "when they began to depart", as the Syriac version renders it; or "would depart", as the Arabic and Persic versions; seemed desirous of going, or made some signal or other by which the disciples perceived they were about to go; for, as yet, they were not gone; Peter said unto Jesus, master, it is good for us to be here, let us make three tabernacles, one for thee, and one for Moses, and one for Elias; See Gill on Mat 17:4. not knowing what he said, nor "what to say", as Mark observes, being in a surprise, and not in a situation to consider and weigh things well, whether what he said was right and proper, or not; See Gill on Mat 17:4
Tyndale Open Study Notes
9:31 his exodus from this world: The Greek word exodos means “departure.” As the exodus from Egypt was God’s great act of deliverance in the Old Testament, so Jesus’ exodus from this world—his death, resurrection, and ascension—was God’s great act of deliverance in the New Testament. Jesus would accomplish a new and greater exodus.
Luke 9:31
The Transfiguration
30Suddenly two men, Moses and Elijah, began talking with Jesus.31They appeared in glory and spoke about His departure, which He was about to accomplish at Jerusalem.
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(Luke) 43 - the Unjust Judge
By Ed Miller55945:45LUK 9:31LUK 17:20LUK 18:1LUK 18:8LUK 19:10In this sermon, the speaker discusses the second summary of Jesus' teaching, which is illustrated by the revelation of the Son of all mankind. The passage being discussed is Luke 17:20-21, where the Pharisees ask Jesus about the coming of the kingdom of God. Jesus responds by saying that the kingdom of God does not come with observation, but rather it is within the hearts of believers. The speaker then goes on to discuss a parable in Luke 18:1-8, where Jesus teaches about the importance of persistent prayer and faith in the coming of the Son of Man. Overall, the sermon focuses on the theme of the second coming of Christ and the need for genuine faith and worship.
(Elijah Legacy) 6. Restoring the Altar of the Lord
By David Davis55610:14IsraelJDG 7:161KI 17:2PSA 51:17MRK 14:3LUK 9:31ROM 4:32CO 12:10In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the concept of brokenness as a crucial aspect of one's relationship with God. He refers to various biblical examples, such as the story of Gideon and the revival in Galilee, to illustrate how God uses broken people for His purposes. The preacher also highlights the significance of the cross as the altar of the Lord and encourages individuals to surrender their egos, pride, and sinful desires to be transformed by God. Ultimately, the message emphasizes the need for individuals to be broken before God in order to experience His mercy, grace, and transformation in their lives.
The New Exodus Community - Galatians 5:1
By Michael Flowers40332:26CommunityLUK 9:31JHN 13:34ACT 11:181CO 1:21GAL 4:9GAL 5:3GAL 5:13In this sermon, the speaker shares a personal anecdote about his dog and a bone to illustrate the destructive nature of biting and devouring one another. He connects this behavior to the false teachings that were being spread in the Galatian churches, suggesting that they were causing division and harm within the community. The speaker emphasizes the importance of loving one's neighbor as oneself, quoting from the law to support this idea. He also highlights the practical ways in which the congregation can serve one another, using the example of volunteers in the church and the desire to create a loving environment for children.
Jesus, Transfigured & Disfigured
By Michael Flowers11424:20JesusEXO 34:33MAT 13:43MAT 17:5MRK 9:6LUK 9:312CO 3:12JAS 1:19In this sermon, the preacher discusses the concept of transfiguration and its significance in the Christian faith. He emphasizes the need for believers to have a vision of transfiguration, where Christ dwells within them as the hope of glory. The preacher also highlights the importance of the Holy Spirit in the process of transformation and encourages listeners to reflect on the glory of the Lord during the season of Lent. He reminds them that their destiny is to shine forth as the righteous in the kingdom of God. The sermon concludes with a call to serve and love others, sharing the love of Christ and offering hope to a disfigured world.
What He Calls Death
By William M. Clow0LUK 9:31JHN 11:11JHN 14:2HEB 11:16William M. Clow preaches about the different names Jesus used for death, portraying it as a falling asleep, a journey to the Father, and an exodus, emphasizing the idea of death as a deliverance and a boon, a passage from affliction to the promised land of God.
The Death of Christ
By W.H. Griffith Thomas0MAT 16:21MAT 26:28MRK 10:32LUK 2:35LUK 9:31JHN 6:51JHN 10:11JHN 12:24JHN 12:27JHN 15:13W.H. Griffith Thomas delves into the profound significance of Jesus Christ's death as portrayed in the Gospels, emphasizing how His sacrificial death was foreseen and foretold, forming the core of His earthly ministry. The disciples initially struggled to comprehend the necessity of His death, showcasing the mystery and importance of this event. Jesus Himself, fully aware of His impending death, displayed deep emotion and purpose, culminating in the ultimate sacrifice for the redemption of humanity, a concept unparalleled in other religions. The Gospels highlight the unique and sacrificial nature of Christ's death, revealing the depth of His love and the profound impact it had on His followers and early Church, particularly the Apostle Paul.
Day 17, Matthew 17
By David Servant0MAL 4:5MAT 10:1MAT 16:28MAT 17:10MAT 17:17MAT 17:21LUK 9:311PE 5:8David Servant preaches on the fulfillment of Jesus' promise in Matthew 16:28 through His transfiguration before Peter, James, and John, where they saw Him in His glorified state with Moses and Elijah. He explains how Elijah had already come in the form of John the Baptist, as a forerunner of Jesus, and how Elijah's ministry may be embodied in a representative before Jesus' second coming. David emphasizes the importance of faith in delivering the demon-possessed boy, highlighting how prayer and fasting can increase faith and be tools for spiritual growth.
- Adam Clarke
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown
- John Gill
- Tyndale
Adam Clarke Bible Commentary
His decease - Την εξοδον αυτον, That going out (or death) of his. That peculiar kind of death - its nature, circumstances, and necessity being considered. Instead of εξοδον, thirteen MSS. have δοξαν, glory. They spoke of that glory of his, which he was about to fill up (πληρουν) at Jerusalem. The Ethiopic unites both readings. The death of Jesus was his glory, because, by it, he gained the victory over sin, death, and hell, and purchased salvation and eternal glory for a lost world.
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible Commentary
spake--"were speaking." of his decease--"departure"; beautiful euphemism (softened term) for death, which Peter, who witnessed the scene, uses to express his own expected death, and the use of which single term seems to have recalled the whole by a sudden rush of recollection, and occasioned that delightful allusion to this scene which we find in Pe2 1:15-18. which he should accomplish--"was to fulfil." at Jerusalem--Mark the historical character and local features which Christ's death assumed to these glorified men--as important as it is charming--and see on Luk 2:11. What now may be gathered from this statement? (1) That a dying Messiah is the great article of the true Jewish theology. For a long time the Church had fallen clean away from the faith of this article, and even from a preparedness to receive it. But here we have that jewel raked out of the dunghill of Jewish traditions, and by the true representatives of the Church of old made the one subject of talk with Christ Himself. (2) The adoring gratitude of glorified men for His undertaking to accomplish such a decease; their felt dependence upon it for the glory in which they appeared; their profound interest in the progress of it, their humble solaces and encouragements to go through with it; and their sense of its peerless and overwhelming glory. "Go, matchless, adored One, a Lamb to the slaughter! rejected of men, but chosen of God and precious; dishonored, abhorred, and soon to be slain by men, but worshipped by cherubim, ready to be greeted by all heaven. In virtue of that decease we are here; our all is suspended on it and wrapped up in it. Thine every step is watched by us with ineffable interest; and though it were too high an honor to us to be permitted to drop a word of cheer into that precious but now clouded spirit, yet, as the first-fruits of harvest; the very joy set before Him, we cannot choose but tell Him that what is the depth of shame to Him is covered with glory in the eyes of Heaven, that the Cross to Him is the Crown to us, that that 'decease' is all our salvation and all our desire." And who can doubt that such a scene did minister deep cheer to that spirit? It is said they "talked" not to Him, but "with Him"; and if they told Him how glorious His decease was, might He not fitly reply, "I know it, but your voice, as messengers from heaven come down to tell it Me, is music in Mine ears."
John Gill Bible Commentary
And it came to pass, as they departed from him,.... That is, as Moses and Elias departed from Christ; or "when they began to depart", as the Syriac version renders it; or "would depart", as the Arabic and Persic versions; seemed desirous of going, or made some signal or other by which the disciples perceived they were about to go; for, as yet, they were not gone; Peter said unto Jesus, master, it is good for us to be here, let us make three tabernacles, one for thee, and one for Moses, and one for Elias; See Gill on Mat 17:4. not knowing what he said, nor "what to say", as Mark observes, being in a surprise, and not in a situation to consider and weigh things well, whether what he said was right and proper, or not; See Gill on Mat 17:4
Tyndale Open Study Notes
9:31 his exodus from this world: The Greek word exodos means “departure.” As the exodus from Egypt was God’s great act of deliverance in the Old Testament, so Jesus’ exodus from this world—his death, resurrection, and ascension—was God’s great act of deliverance in the New Testament. Jesus would accomplish a new and greater exodus.