1. What is the meaning of Matthew 17:9?

2. Why did Jesus command silence about the vision until "the Son of Man" rose?

3. How does Matthew 17:9 emphasize the importance of timing in God's plan?

4. What Old Testament prophecies connect to the resurrection mentioned in Matthew 17:9?

5. How can we discern when to speak or remain silent about spiritual experiences?

6. How does Matthew 17:9 encourage trust in God's unfolding revelation and timing?

7. Why did Jesus instruct the disciples to keep the Transfiguration a secret until after His resurrection?

8. How does Matthew 17:9 relate to the concept of Jesus' divine identity and mission?

9. What is the significance of the Transfiguration event in the context of Jesus' ministry?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Matthew 17?

11. Why did Jesus instruct the disciples to keep the vision secret until after his resurrection if it confirmed his divine identity?

12. What visions of heaven and hell does Peter experience?

13. What is the Transfiguration of Jesus?

14. 2 Peter 1:16-18 refers to the Transfiguration; why is its account noticeably different from the synoptic Gospels' versions?1. Why do you think Jesus instructed the disciples to keep the vision of the Transfiguration a secret until after His resurrection?

2. How does the concept of God's timing in revelation apply to your own life and spiritual journey?

3. In what ways can we ensure that our sharing of spiritual experiences aligns with God's plan and timing?

4. How does the resurrection of Jesus Christ impact your understanding of His identity and mission?

5. What Old Testament prophecies can you identify that are fulfilled in the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus, and how do they strengthen your faith?1. How does the Transfiguration of Jesus strengthen your understanding of His divine nature?

2. Peter suggested building shelters for Jesus, Moses, and Elijah. What does this tell us about Peter's understanding of the event? How does this relate to how we might react to divine experiences?

3. How does God's declaration of Jesus as His beloved Son impact the way we understand Jesus' mission?

4. How does Jesus' response to the disciples' inability to heal the demon-possessed boy speak to our own faith or lack thereof?

5. How can the faith of the boy's father in seeking Jesus for a miracle encourage us in our own lives?

6. Why do you think the disciples were unable to cast out the demon?

7. Why do you think Jesus chose to pay the temple tax despite His divine status? How does this influence our perspective towards obeying civil laws?

8. How does Jesus' prediction of His death and resurrection impact the disciples? How should it impact us today?

9. How can we apply the principle of faith, prayer, and fasting as shown in this chapter to our daily lives?

10. What does Jesus' reference to John the Baptist as Elijah tell us about understanding prophecies?

11. How do Jesus' teachings in this chapter help us handle doubt and increase faith?

12. In what ways can Jesus' interaction with the temple tax collectors inform our understanding of our obligations to society and government?

13. Why did Jesus ask the disciples to keep the Transfiguration a secret until after the resurrection?

14. How does the story of the demon-possessed boy teach us about spiritual warfare?

15. How does the narrative of finding the coin in the fish's mouth demonstrate God's provision for us?

16. How would you respond if you were present during the Transfiguration?

17. How can we practice faith like that of the boy's father in the midst of hopelessness?

18. How does the prophecy about Elijah help us understand God's foreknowledge?

19. What can we learn from Jesus about facing our own 'cross' or hardships?

20. How can we maintain a faith-filled perspective in the face of earthly authority, as Jesus did with the temple tax?

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