Walking with Jesus
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Walking with Jesus

The Grand Narrative: “Jesus has a Secret?” (Matt. 17:9-13; Mark 9:14-24)

“Jesus has a Secret?” (Matt. 17:9-13; Mark 9:14-24)

Published 24 Feb. 2026

🔎 DAILY HEART EXAMINATION

Let the Word steady your future and clarify your purpose.

  1. 1️⃣ What does this passage reveal about Jesus’ control over my future?
  2. 2️⃣ Where am I allowing fear to override trust in Him?
  3. 3️⃣ What purpose is Christ calling me to live out today?
  4. 4️⃣ What specific step will I take today because He is Lord of my future?

💥 SINS / FAILURES

  1. 1️⃣ Fear and confusion can spike when Jesus speaks plainly about suffering and resurrection. Matthew 17:9; Mark 9:31; Luke 9:44–45
  2. 2️⃣ We can dodge hard truth by pivoting into a “safer” theological question. Matthew 17:10; Mark 9:10–11; James 1:22
  3. 3️⃣ Spiritual powerlessness shows up when we rely on methods instead of dependence. Mark 9:18; Matthew 17:16; John 15:5
  4. 4️⃣ Pain can drift into conditional faith: “if you can…” Mark 9:22–23; James 1:6–7; Hebrews 11:6
  5. 5️⃣ We can underestimate real spiritual darkness and misdiagnose what’s happening. Mark 9:20–22; Ephesians 6:12; 1 Peter 5:8

🏆 SUCCESSES / SPIRITUAL GROWTH

  1. 1️⃣ Jesus frames timing and wisdom: some truths are revealed in stages. Matthew 17:9; Mark 9:9; John 16:12
  2. 2️⃣ God’s Word keeps people watchful and anchored across long delays. Malachi 4:5–6; Luke 1:17; Romans 15:4
  3. 3️⃣ Jesus interprets Scripture accurately and connects prophecy to real history. Matthew 17:11–13; Mark 9:12–13; Luke 24:27
  4. 4️⃣ True faith can be honest: “I do believe; help me overcome my unbelief.” Mark 9:23–24; Psalm 73:26; Hebrews 4:16
  5. 5️⃣ Revelation deepens discipleship—Peter, James, and John now look at Jesus differently. Matthew 17:1–2; Mark 9:2–4; 2 Corinthians 3:18

🧭 LEADERSHIP DYNAMICS

  1. 1️⃣ Jesus leads with clear boundaries: “Don’t tell… until…” Matthew 17:9; Ecclesiastes 3:1; Proverbs 25:11
  2. 2️⃣ Jesus prepares His team for opposition by naming what leaders will do to Him. Matthew 17:12; Mark 9:12; John 15:18–20
  3. 3️⃣ Jesus confronts conflict fast and asks the clarifying question. Mark 9:16; Proverbs 18:13; James 1:19
  4. 4️⃣ Compassion + focus: Jesus looks at the urgent need, not the noise. Mark 9:20–22; Matthew 9:36; Philippians 2:4
  5. 5️⃣ Leadership recognizes the real battle and the true authority required. Ephesians 6:12; Mark 9:23–24; Colossians 1:16–17