Mark 6:45-51 And straightway he constrained his disciples to get into the ship, and to go to the other side before to Bethsaida… I. Separation is sometimes required to prevent improper sympathy. II. Difficulties are to be expected, and weakness experienced, in the Christian course. III. Appearances awaken needless fear through inconsideration. IV. Christ speaks to encourage, and comfort, and give peace. (J. H. Godwin.) Parallel Verses KJV: And straightway he constrained his disciples to get into the ship, and to go to the other side before unto Bethsaida, while he sent away the people. |