1. They are solid and true. For the transfiguration was not a mere dreaming vision, but seen when the three “were awake.”

2. They are pure and sincere; unmixed with care, or pain, or toil.

3. They are secure and stable.

4. They are perfect and complete.

5. They are realities, not promises.

6. They are bought at a low price.

Sermon VIII.—Wherefore Christ was transfigured.

1. To establish our faith in the resurrection.

2. To excite our hope.

3. To kindle our love.