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NASB | Mark 6:48 Seeing them straining at the oars, for the wind was against them, at about the fourth watch of the night He *came to them, walking on the sea; and He intended to pass by them. |
AMPLIFIED 2015 | Mark 6:48 Seeing the disciples straining at the oars, because the wind was against them, at about the fourth watch of the night (3:00-6:00 a.m.) He came to them, walking on the sea. And [acted as if] He intended to pass by them. [Matt 14:25; John 6:19] |
Bible Question: Pretty incredible picture here. It appears as though Jesus did not intend to be seen. Why? Any insights about the word "intended"? |
Bible Answer: Curiously enough, an assistant pastor gave a sermon on this verse just a few weeks ago! If you look at the action before this particular story it points to the greatmess of Jesus over that of Moses (feeding of the 5000 vs manna from heaven, Jesus did it Himself, He is GOD vs Moses asking GOD and receiving from GOD). This story continues that theme! It is important at this point to check your translation; it should read Jesus walked on the SEA, not the WATER. What's the big deal? The sea symbolizes evil in the Bible (Revelation, "there will be no sea") Moses, with GOD's power, parted the sea, but Jesus with His own power didn't just part the sea, but walked over it, or overpowered it! So to your question, the reason for the story was to show Jesus' superiority to Moses and His dominance over evil, so that was His focus, not the disciples. But our GOD and Savior is so great that while He is doing all this He is still available to comfort us when we are fearful and weak!! The Bible is truly has many layers! Hope this helped more than it hurt! GOD bless!! |
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