Seeing Jesus in the Gospel of Markعينة

DEATH AND LIFE Look Closely: \- Reports about Jesus have climbed all the way to the top, and everyone has an opinion on who He is. What does King Herod believe? Why might Herod be troubled that John the Baptist was back from the dead? \- Herod might be afraid of Jesus, but the average person doesn’t seem to be. Why did the large groups pursue Jesus? What would you be thinking if you were in these crowds? \- What do you observe Jesus doing with the disciples (6:31-32), and by himself (6:46-47)? \- Imagine the scene on the Sea of Galilee that night. Darkness. Wind. Waves. Rocking boat. How did the disciples feel? Why is it surprising that their hearts were hardened? Do you think this is a failure of faith for the disciples?