Our mind-sets have been trained to live in denial and that must change. Are you willing to radically change your mind and conform to The Word?
The word denial means: refusal to admit the truth or reality of something. If you are in denial, it often means that you are struggling to accept something that seems overwhelming or unattainable. Do you truly believe as He is so are we? Do you really believe you can be transformed by the renewing of your mind?
Paul wrote by The Holy Spirit in Romans chapter 12:
1 Beloved friends, what should be our proper response to God’s marvelous mercies? I encourage you to surrender yourselves to God to be His Sacred, living sacrifices. And live in Holiness, experiencing all that delights His Heart. For this becomes your genuine expression of worship.
2 Stop imitating the ideals and opinions of the culture around you, but be inwardly transformed ( metamorphoō ) by the Holy Spirit through a total reformation of how you think. This will empower you to discern God’s will as you live a beautiful life, satisfying and perfect in His Eyes.
Matthew recorded by The Holy Spirit in his Gospel chapter 17:
1 Six days later Jesus took Peter and the two brothers, Jacob and John, and hiked up a high mountain to be alone.
2 Then Jesus’ appearance was dramatically altered. A radiant light as bright as the sun poured from his face. And his clothing became luminescent—dazzling like lightning. He was trans-figured before their very eyes.
3 Then suddenly, Moses and Elijah appeared, and they spoke with Jesus.
4 Peter blurted out, “Lord, it’s so wonderful that we are all here together! If You want, I’ll construct three shrines, one for you, one for Moses, and one for Elijah.”
5 But while Peter was still speaking, a radiant cloud composed of light spread over them, enveloping them all. And God’s Voice suddenly spoke from the cloud, saying, “This is my Dearly Loved Son, the constant Focus of My delight (in Whom I am well pleased). Listen to Him!”
6 The three disciples were dazed and terrified by this phenomenon, and they fell facedown to the ground.
7 But Jesus walked over and touched them, saying, “Get up and stop being afraid.” 8 When they finally opened their eyes and looked around, they saw no one else there but Jesus.
And Mark recorded this event by The Holy Spirit in his Gospel chapter 9:
1 Jesus said to them, “I tell you the Truth, there are some standing here now who won’t experience death until they see God’s Kingdom realm manifest with power!”
2 After six days, Jesus took Peter and the two brothers, Jacob and John, and hiked up a high mountain to be alone. And Jesus’ appearance was dramatically altered, for He was transfigured before their very eyes!
3 His clothing sparkled and became glistening white—whiter than any bleach in the world could make them.
4 Then suddenly, right in front of them, Moses and Elijah appeared, and they spoke with Jesus.
5 Peter blurted out, “Beautiful Teacher, this is so amazing to see the three of you together! Why don’t we stay here and set up three shelters: one for You, one for Moses, and one for Elijah?”
6 (For all of the disciples were in total fear, and Peter didn’t have a clue what to say.)
7 Just then, a radiant cloud began to spread over them, enveloping them all. And God’s Voice suddenly spoke from the cloud, saying, “This is My Most Dearly Loved Son—always listen to Him!”
The word metamorphoō was translated “transfigured” or “transformed” in these verses .
Paul also wrote by The Holy Spirit in 2nd Corinthians chapter 3:
18 We can all draw close to Him with the veil removed from our faces. And with no veil we all become like mirrors who brightly reflect the Glory of the Lord Jesus. We are being transfigured into His Very Image as we move from one brighter level of glory to another. And this glorious transfiguration comes from the Lord, Who is the Spirit.
We should no longer deny our ability to be transformed/transfigured as Jesus was. He took three witnesses according to The Law as confirmation of this Truth. Our past wants our minds to deny this expectation, but it is up to each person to embrace such a Truth.
This is uncharted territory for many who are seeking full maturity as Sons and Daughters. I only share where The Holy Spirit leads me. I would not be surprised by similar transfiguration events among the mature Sons and Daughters.