Luke 9:28 · KJV

"And it came to pass about an eight days after these sayings, he took Peter and John and James, and went up into a mountain to pray."

King James Version

Passage Context

²⁶For whosoever shall be ashamed of me and of my words, of him shall the Son of man be ashamed, when he shall come in his own glory, and in his Father's, and of the holy angels.

²⁷But I tell you of a truth, there be some standing here, which shall not taste of death, till they see the kingdom of God.

²⁸And it came to pass about an eight days after these sayings, he took Peter and John and James, and went up into a mountain to pray.

²⁹And as he prayed, the fashion of his countenance was altered, and his raiment was white and glistering.

³⁰And, behold, there talked with him two men, which were Moses and Elias:

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Reflection Questions

How do you prioritize prayer in your life?

What does it mean for you to seek companionship in faith?

When have you felt the need to retreat for prayer?

Life Application

prayer

Set aside time for prayer and invite friends to join you in seeking God.

community

Build a support network of fellow believers to encourage one another in faith.

People in This Verse

JamesNT

The brother of John and a prominent leader in the early church. He is known for his strong faith and leadership.

First appearance: Matthew 4:21

JohnNT

The beloved disciple and author of several New Testament books. He is known for his close relationship with Jesus.

First appearance: Matthew 4:21

PeterNT

One of Jesus' closest disciples, known for his impulsive nature and leadership role in the early church.

First appearance: Matthew 4:18

Connection to Jesus

direct teaching

This verse highlights the importance of prayer in the life of a disciple, indicating that they should seek to be transformed through communion with God.

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