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• Lawton, William James (1934-)

• 1977

• Moore Theological College

• At the centre of Luke 9 lies the question: Who do people say that Jesus is? (v.18). God Himself provides the decisive answer in verse 35. This question stands at the heart of ministry and the believer’s life. In verses 10–17, the miracle of the loaves and fishes, recorded in all four Gospels, shows Jesus testing the disciples with the problem of food. Like them, we may be tempted to offer token responses to the world’s needs, or assume ministry is simply giving resources away. Yet the true cost lies in commitment to the One who calls. Unable to meet the need themselves, the disciples are brought face to face with the One who abundantly provides, echoing Elisha’s miracle in 2 Kings. In verses 18–20, Peter is pressed to confess the true identity of the Messiah. Such confession involves self-denial and a radical reorientation of life. The Transfiguration then confronts the disciples with the glory of Christ, compelling a response. For theological students, the same call remains: to study, be formed in discipleship, and then go forth into the world as those first disciples were sent.

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