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I always wonder about...

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Transfiguration Sunday - A
Matthew 17:1-9
Bob Ove
I always wonder about Andrew. He was the only brother left out, but he was the one who brought Peter to see Jesus! I admire his humility. He stuck with Jesus anyway!

Jesus allowed the three, his closest, to be with him and observe that vision. It is amazing to try and envision that experience. Would the Pharisees have accepted Jesus if they saw it? How many doubters would be convinced by that transfiguration? Did Jesus make a mistake by only inviting three to witness the transfiguration?
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