s5e13 Jesus Withdraws and Chooses the 12 Apostles

Observations/Questions

1. withdrew - what is the meaning exactly? How often does Mark use it?
2. Where is Idumea?
3. Wanted to touch him not wanting to be touched by him
4. they unclean spirits- whenever they saw him - often?
5. Are these possessed people? If so -there isn't any talk of casting them out? Assumed?
6. Mountain - do we know which mountain?
7. What do we know about each of these disciples listed?
8. Zealot - is this a faithful political zealot?

Meaning:

1. It seems to be a transition - showing context and connecting passages
2. Authority is still an issue - it seems to be the closing of the introductory hook for Mark

Application:

1. Walk closer to Jesus: God is so gracious; I want to be gracious even in my weakness or while working with others in their weaknesses.
2. Modeling Jesus: Boldness - helping others just by being around
3. Praise Jesus: he is the Son of God; I praise Him for choosing to use humanity to carry out His purposes

Group Questions:

1. Describe the possible thoughts and feelings that the disciples possessed when the crowds pushed in from every side on Jesus.
2. Describe the possible thoughts and feelings that the crowds possessed when they pushed in from every side on Jesus.
3. How did Jesus handle the overwhelming crowds?
4. What about this text teaches you about how to walk closer to Jesus? Model Jesus? Praise Jesus?

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