In the life of Jesus, the transfiguration is probably the event I had the most difficult time understanding. This resource by Schreiner reviews the what and the why to give the reader hope, because "the transfiguration guarantees that we will not only be where he is but as he is." It's an accessible, but challenging book, but it's expanded my thinking and understanding about how the transfiguration makes a difference to our Christian faith.

*Thanks to Netgalley and the publisher for the ARC and the opportunity to post an honest review.

Recounted in all three (3) of the synoptic gospels, the Transfiguration of Christ is obviously an important part of the faith from the very beginnings of the Church that is rich in symbolism that can be difficult to unpack and appreciate today without the appropriate historical context. Schreiner does an excellent job providing that context along with commentary that explores a number of potential interpretations, some of which provided new insights and some of which seemed to be a bit of a stretch, all of which provoked some deep thoughts about how this event should fit within the faith. Overall I found this to be a valuable addition to me reference library.

A good exploration of one of the most neglected and yet theologically significant moments from Christ's time on earth. Helps connect the event of the transfiguration to the backdrop of Moses in the Hebrew scriptures and explains the significance of this moment for Christians today.