There’s something sacred about the mountaintop!

 

In Matthew 17:1-9, Jesus takes Peter, James, and John up a mountain—and what they experience is almost indescribable. Jesus is transfigured before them: His face shines like the sun, His clothes turn dazzling white, and suddenly Moses and Elijah appear, talking with Him. Then, a voice from heaven—God the Father—declares, “This is my beloved Son… listen to Him.” And after all of that? The clouds clear. The awe settles. The moment fades. And Matthew writes something simple, but profound: “They saw Jesus only” (v.8).

 

That’s where we are now.

 

After a week at camp—full of music, laughter, tears, deep moments in worship and the Word—we come down the mountain. And if we’re honest, we don’t want to. Like Peter, we’d rather stay in that place. We'd build tents, sing all day, and just linger in the presence of Jesus with the people we love. But just like Peter, James, and John, God gently leads us back down. Back into “normal” life. And the question we have to ask is: how do we keep seeing Jesus only once the mountaintop glow fades?

 

Here are a few simple, but powerful ways to carry what God did with us into what He wants to do through us.

 

1. Stay Connected

 

Camp is powerful in part because of the people—we are united in purpose, worshiping shoulder to shoulder, serving together, laughing until our sides hurt. It’s a glimpse of heaven. But this kind of connection isn’t only for camp. In fact, it’s what the Church is all about. Camp is like a spiritual boost—a retreat to be renewed. But Sunday worship, small group, fellowship nights, and midweek Bible studies? Those are the long game. 

Don’t isolate yourself. Keep leaning into the family of God. Surround yourself with people who remind you of who Jesus is and who you are in Him. Find a way to be with people who stir your heart toward Christ—not just at camp, but throughout the year. As Colossians 3:16 says, “Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly… singing psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, with thankfulness in your hearts to God.”

 Keep worshiping, keep showing up, and keep investing in your local church. That’s where lasting growth happens.

 

2. Get Accountable

 

Maybe God stirred something deep in you this week. A decision to follow Him more fully. A sin you’re ready to lay down. A new passion to serve. A desire to go deeper in the Word. Don’t let it fade. Share it.

Tell a friend. Text your leader/mentor. Invite someone into the story God is writing in you. Accountability isn’t about guilt—it’s about growth. When someone else knows what God has put on your heart, they can walk beside you, pray with you, and remind you when things get hard. Hebrews 10:24 says, “Let us consider how to stir up one another to love and good works.”

 

So stir each other up. Don’t try to carry this alone.

 

3. Pray for Fruit

 

One of the most powerful things you can do is pray a simple, honest prayer: “Lord, help me to love You with all my heart, soul, and mind.” (Matthew 22:37). That kind of prayer will change you—but not always in ways you expect. You might be stretched, challenged, or even broken a bit. But you’ll also be shaped. Strengthened. Transformed. God wants to grow lasting fruit in your life—fruit that shows up in your worship, your friendships, your choices, your love for Him. But fruit doesn’t come overnight. It takes time, trust, and faith.

Romans 8:28 reminds us that even when we don’t understand the process, God is working all things together for our good and His glory.

So pray big. Pray consistently. Pray with expectation.

 

4. Continue to Live a Life of Worship

 

As a worship team, we often connect worship with music—and that’s a beautiful part of it. But worship doesn’t end when the last song is over. It doesn’t stay behind on a camp stage or a Sunday platform. Worship is a way of life! It’s how we speak. How we forgive. How we show up when no one’s looking. It’s how we treat our families, honor our commitments, and serve in secret.

 

Romans 12:1 calls us to “offer [our] bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and pleasing to God—this is [our] true and proper worship.”

 

True worship is not limited to lyrics—it’s lived in obedience. So, as you return to your routines, don’t stop worshiping. Let every part of your life—your time, your words, your decisions—point to the greatness of Jesus. The same heart you had on that stage or in that chapel can come with you to the classroom, the job site, the dinner table. Worship doesn’t stay on the mountain. It moves with you.

 

Final Thoughts:

 

Worship team, what we experienced at camp was real. It was sacred. It mattered. But it wasn’t just a moment to remember—it was a starting point for a new chapter.

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•  Let’s not walk away unchanged.

•  Let’s come down the mountain with our eyes fixed on Jesus only.

•  Let’s stay connected, walk in accountability, pray for fruit that lasts, and live lives that worship God every single day...He is worthy.

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Reflection questions:​​

 

1. “After camp is over, are you still seeing ‘Jesus only’?”

• What did God reveal to you about Himself during camp?

• Now that you're back to everyday life, what things tend to distract your focus away from Jesus?

 

2. “How will you stay connected to your spiritual family?”

• Do you have a plan to stay involved with your church, youth group, or small group this week?

• Is there someone in your life who encourages you to stay close to Jesus? If not, where could you start?

 

3. “Are you willing to open up to someone?”

• What is God calling you to lay down or step into after this camp?

• Are you ready to share that with a friend, leader, or family member so you don’t have to walk alone?

 

4. “What does your prayer life look like right now?”

• Can you start with a short and honest prayer like: “Lord, help me to love You more”?

• What steps can you take to build consistency in your daily prayer life?

 

5. “How will you live a life of worship day by day?”

• Besides music, in what areas of your life do you see worship being lived out?

• What’s one small way you can honor God through your everyday routine this week?

 

"Don't let it be just another 'Mountain Top' experience!"