As we continue this series, "The Hope of the Church," I emphasize the mandate of God for all to hear and measure up to Jesus, and the action we must take to get there. Matthew 17:5 declare the following, "While he (Peter) yet spake, behold, a bright cloud overshadowed them: and behold a voice out of the cloud, which said, this is my beloved Son, in whom I am well pleased; hear ye him."