Mark 6

Questions from You...

Anonymous said...

Was shaking the dust off one's feet a sign of disrespect or was it something else?

Jennings' Response: From the Archeological Study Bible... "Shaking the dust off one's feet was a symbolic act practiced by the Pharisees when they left a ceremonially unclean Gentile area. Here it represented an act of solemn warning to those who rejected God's message." pg 1577

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Mark 6 is a very important chapter in Mark covering Jesus' rejection, sending out the Twelve, John's Death, the Feeding miracle and walking on water!

As we think about our upcoming Mission Trips I think it is good to reflect especially on how Jesus sent out the 12 in Mark 6:6-13. Everything they needed they trusted to be provided. What an amazing trust that God would take care of all their needs! May we have this kind of faith too.

At this point too Jesus has a huge following. Something to notice in the Gospels is how quickly this following dwindles as Jesus asks for a harder cup to carry...