BIG IDEA: We can trust Jesus in mountaintop moments and struggles in the valley.
JESUS REVEALS HIS GLORY (Mark 9:1–13)
Jesus isn’t just a prophet—He is the glorious Son of God.
God often gives glimpses of glory to strengthen us for difficult seasons.
JESUS CONFRONTS HUMAN WEAKNESS (Mark 9:14–19)
Spiritual experiences do not remove us from the realities of a broken world.
Past spiritual victories cannot replace present dependence on God.
JESUS HONORS IMPERFECT FAITH (Mark 9:20–24)
Jesus is not looking for perfect faith, but dependent faith.
You do not have to pretend to be spiritually strong to come to Jesus.
JESUS TEACHES DEPENDENCE THROUGH PRAYER (Mark 9:25–29)
Only Jesus has ultimate authority over darkness.
Spiritual power flows from intimacy with God, not self-confidence.
