Mark 9:11
The scribes were students of the Word, even though they missed the fact that Jesus was indeed the Christ. They were familiar with the end of Malachi. Malachi prophesies that the Messiah would be proceeded by the prophet Elijah. So, they were correct.
This question shows that the disciples were understanding now that Jesus was the Messiah. They were beginning to try to process this, and the significance of it. Yet, even as they began to see, obstacles were popping up. The good news is that they asked a question, and learned the truth. They should have asked about the resurrection like they asked about this.
Heavenly Father, we don’t even know what is going to happen tomorrow, and yet often we fail to ask you important questions about our future. Forgive me! I will praise you for your Sovereign guidance of my life. You have it all under control. Nothing surprises you! Thank you for answering our questions and and giving us your promises. You are always teaching us if we will just take the time to listen. Thank you! In the name of the Lord Jesus Christ I pray and praise you, Amen.