Mark 9:9
This shows us once again that he selected exactly those that he wanted for this experience. The fact is that Jesus teaches against experientialism by these actions. Time and time again he teaches that knowledge is the key. He tries to get his followers to understand Who he is. Just an experience of his power doesn’t seem to be enough.
This is really appropriate, because the Lord Jesus is shooting for people having a personal relationship with him. Indeed, that is what salvation is based upon, a personal relationship with the Lord Jesus Christ, our Savior.
Besides this, Jesus knew that no one would really understand what the disciples had seen there today until after he had risen. To tell the other disciples now would only confuse them. Peter James and John, on the other hand, were beginning to understand Jesus for who he really is.
Heavenly Father, thank you for this beautiful day that you given us! We never know what you have in store for us ahead of time. But, we know from your Word that it is always wonderful. Even when things aren’t going as we expect, you have a plan. We can praise you when things are wonderful and seem great, and we can praise you when things are tough. At all times, you are there, and you really care. Thank you for your wonderful love for us! We are glad to see in your Word that you don’t just expect us to have an experiential knowledge of you. But, we can know you on a personal one-on-one level. Thank you! In the name of the Lord Jesus Christ I pray and praise you, Amen.