“And Peter answered and said to Jesus, ‘Master; it is good for us to be here: and let us make three tabernacles; one for thee, and one for Moses, and one for Elias’” (Mark 9:5). Where are you right now? The place we now occupy is either a good or a bad place. Usually the place where we live and serve is by choice. However, there are a few exceptions where someone may be forced into someplace by circumstances. However, wherever you find yourself, it can be transformed into a place of usefulness and joy by the presence of Jesus. It is His presence and companionship that makes the difference.
In Mark 9:5, we see Jesus, Peter and John on the Mount of Transfiguration where Jesus was transfigured; most likely this was Mount Hermon. When Jesus was transfigured with radiant, shining garments of white, Elijah and Moses appeared with Him. Peter, in his excitement, said that the place was good where they were and desired to build tabernacles (tents of meeting). Indeed, it was a good place to be.
It is good to be where Jesus is. With Him, we have a sense of security, and we are closer to heaven’s glory with Him. We are in great fellowship with other believers because of Christ.
It is good to be above the lower things in life so that we may have a proper evaluation of things, and that enables us to reinforce our convictions on certain issues. It is good to be in a place where the center of eternal goodness is Christ Jesus.
It is good to be where God’s glory is manifested. We must have a clear vision of our purpose in life to serve God. It warms our hearts and prepares us for the “valley” times ahead. With this, our wills are empowered, and we are strengthened for greater activity.
It is good to be where we can share Christ with others. What do we need to do this? Complete resignation to His will and purpose. We must always be obedient to His Word while we display a genuine love for the Savior and for a lost and dying world.
The Lord speaks to us through His Word. Let us yield to Him that we might ever be found with Him on all occasions, with our affection on things above, ready to share with Him in His suffering and sacrifice. May our lives be “transfigured” and transformed to one of service and usefulness for the Master (Romans 12:1-2).
