The “Messianic Secret” 6 Introduction The “Messianic Secret” is one of the most fascinating themes in the Gospel of Mark in the New Testament. It refers to the repeated command of Jesus Christ for people to keep silent about His identity and miracles. Even though He performs powerful healings, exorcisms,…
Why Did Jesus Tell Them Not to Speak of the Vision Yet? The instruction given by Jesus after the Transfiguration—telling Peter, James, and John not to share what they had seen until later—has long fascinated readers of the Bible. This moment, found in the Gospels (Matthew 17:9, Mark 9:9, Luke…
Why Did Jesus Ask, “Who Do People Say I Am?” 7 The question “Who do people say I am?” is one of the most profound moments in the ministry of Jesus. It appears in the Gospels when Jesus speaks to His disciples and asks them what the crowds are saying…
What Did Jesus Tell Him to Do? 7 Introduction The question “What did Jesus tell him to do?” refers to one of the most well-known encounters in the Gospels between Jesus and a rich young man, often called the Rich Young Ruler. This powerful moment appears in the books of…
What Warning Did Jesus Give About Yeast? 5 Introduction: Understanding Jesus’ Warning About Yeast In the teachings of Jesus Christ, “yeast” (also called “leaven”) is not just a baking ingredient—it carries a deep spiritual meaning. One of the most important warnings Jesus gave His disciples was to “beware of the…
How Many Loaves Were Used? Introduction One of the most well-known miracles recorded in the Gospels is the miraculous feeding of thousands of people by Jesus with very little food. A common question that arises from this event is: How many loaves were used? The answer depends on which miracle…