Mark 6:47 Jesus Rejected in His Hometown

47 When evening came, the boat was in the middle of the lake, and he was alone on land.

Meaning of Mark 6:47

In Mark 6:47, "Later that night, the boat was in the middle of the lake, and he was alone on land," we witness a moment of vulnerability for the disciples. As they struggle against the elements, this scene foreshadows Jesus' compassionate approach to them, underscoring His constant awareness and readiness to assist us in our times of struggle.

Cross References for Mark 6:47

Matthew 14:23 - After he had dismissed them, he went up on a mountainside by himself to pray. When evening came... Click to read the verse Matthew 14:23 Click to read the verse Matthew 14:23

John 6:16-17 - Jesus Walks on the Water When evening came, his disciples went down to the lake, Click to read the verse John 6:16-17 Click to read the verse John 6:16-17