In a strange way, the empty ease with which “Jesus Christ” is used for swearing unwittingly accepts a connection that was hard won by the true man “Jesus” showing that He filled the office of the “Christ.” How tenuous this connection is evident in Peter’s clear confession of Jesus as the Christ until Jesus revealed that suffering “was necessary” for the one holding the office of Christ.

In Lent we are reminded not to ignore our eyes but also not to let sight determine everything – particularly when it comes to God and his glory.

Jesus is not who people expect Him to be. He’s much more. Pastor Cody Cooper says Jesus surpasses all expectations as we see Him revealed on the Mount of Transfiguration.