Mark 2:13 And he went forth again by the sea side; and all the multitude resorted to him, and he taught them.… Can we not do something for Jesus on the sands? If so, let us not miss such a happiness. What situation and surroundings can be better for earnest, loving conversation with our young friends concerning their souls' best interests? A few words about the sea of eternity and its great deeps, a sentence or two upon the broken shells and our frailty, upon the Rock of Ages and the sands of time, may never be forgotten, especially if they be but few, and those pleasant, solemn, and congruous with the occasion. A good book lent to a lounger may also prove a blessing. A handful of interesting pamphlets scattered discreetly may prove to be fruitful seed. Souls are to be caught by the seashore and in the boat: gospel fisherman, take your net with you. (C. H. Spurgeon.) Parallel Verses KJV: And he went forth again by the sea side; and all the multitude resorted unto him, and he taught them.WEB: He went out again by the seaside. All the multitude came to him, and he taught them. |