What is the meaning of Mark 14:28? But after I have risen • Jesus speaks of His resurrection as a certain, historical event, not a possibility. • He places His rising “after” His foretold death (Mark 14:27), confirming that both events are literal and sequential. • His words match earlier predictions: “The Son of Man will be delivered… and after three days He will rise.” (Mark 9:31). • The statement echoes the angel’s message on resurrection morning: “He has risen! He is not here.” (Mark 16:6). • By declaring this before the cross, Jesus strengthens the disciples’ faith and reminds us that God’s promises stand even when circumstances seem contrary (Romans 4:20-21). I will go ahead of you • The phrase pictures a shepherd leading his flock (compare John 10:4: “When he has brought out all his own, he goes on ahead of them”). • Jesus is not only risen; He is actively guiding. This assures disciples of His ongoing leadership despite their coming failure at Gethsemane. • “Go ahead” implies preparation—He arranges their future meeting place (John 14:2-3). • It underscores His initiative: the disciples will scatter (Mark 14:27), yet He will gather them again (Matthew 28:10). into Galilee • Galilee is home territory, where many first followed Him (Mark 1:16-20). Returning there stresses restoration and new beginnings. • The angel confirmed the rendezvous: “He is going ahead of you into Galilee; there you will see Him.” (Mark 16:7). • Meeting in Galilee fulfills prophecy and commissions them for worldwide mission (Matthew 28:16-20). • Galilee, a region once called “Galilee of the nations” (Isaiah 9:1-2), foreshadows the gospel’s reach to all peoples (Acts 1:8). summary Mark 14:28 reveals a three-fold assurance: Jesus will truly rise, He will personally lead, and He will reunite with His followers in Galilee. The verse comforts believers with the certainty of resurrection, the shepherd’s guidance, and the promise of restored fellowship and mission. |
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