Mark 14:28
But after I have risen, I will go ahead of you into Galilee."
But after I have risen
This phrase is a profound declaration of Jesus' resurrection, which is central to Christian faith. The Greek word for "risen" is "ἐγείρω" (egeirō), meaning to awaken or raise up. This word is used in the New Testament to describe Jesus' resurrection, emphasizing the power of God to conquer death. Historically, the resurrection was a pivotal event that transformed the despair of the disciples into a bold proclamation of the Gospel. Theologically, it signifies Jesus' victory over sin and death, offering hope and eternal life to believers. This promise of resurrection is a cornerstone of Christian doctrine, affirming that Jesus is the living Savior who has triumphed over the grave.

I will go ahead of you
The phrase "go ahead of you" indicates Jesus' leadership and guidance. The Greek word "προάγω" (proagō) means to lead forward or go before. This reflects Jesus' role as the Good Shepherd, who leads His flock. In the context of the disciples, it reassures them that Jesus will be with them, guiding and preparing the way. Historically, this promise would have been a source of comfort to the disciples, who were about to face confusion and fear after Jesus' crucifixion. Spiritually, it reminds believers that Jesus is always leading and preparing the path for His followers, even when the way seems uncertain.

into Galilee
Galilee holds significant historical and theological importance. It was the region where Jesus began His ministry, performed many miracles, and delivered profound teachings. By specifying Galilee, Jesus is directing His disciples back to the place where their journey with Him began. This return to Galilee symbolizes a renewal of mission and purpose. Archaeologically, Galilee was a diverse and bustling region, providing a strategic location for the spread of the Gospel. Scripturally, it fulfills Jesus' earlier predictions and aligns with the angel's message at the empty tomb (Mark 16:7). For believers, Galilee represents a place of new beginnings and the continuation of Jesus' mission through His followers.

Persons / Places / Events
1. Jesus Christ
The central figure in this passage, Jesus is speaking to His disciples about His resurrection and future plans.

2. Disciples
The immediate audience of Jesus' statement, they are His followers who will soon face the trial of His crucifixion.

3. Galilee
A significant region in Jesus' ministry, Galilee is where Jesus promises to meet His disciples after His resurrection.

4. Resurrection
The event Jesus is predicting, which is central to Christian faith, signifying His victory over death.

5. Crucifixion
The impending event that Jesus is preparing His disciples for, which will lead to His death and subsequent resurrection.
Teaching Points
The Certainty of Jesus' Promises
Jesus' words are trustworthy. His promise to meet the disciples in Galilee after His resurrection demonstrates His foreknowledge and faithfulness.

The Importance of Galilee
Galilee represents a place of new beginnings and restoration. It is where Jesus first called His disciples and where He will restore them after His resurrection.

Hope in the Resurrection
Jesus' resurrection is the cornerstone of Christian hope. His victory over death assures believers of eternal life and the fulfillment of His promises.

Preparation for Trials
Jesus prepares His disciples for the coming trials by assuring them of His resurrection. Believers today can find strength in His promises during difficult times.

Community and Restoration
Jesus' promise to meet His disciples in Galilee emphasizes the importance of community and restoration after failure or scattering.
Bible Study Questions
1. How does Jesus' promise to meet His disciples in Galilee after His resurrection provide hope and assurance to believers today?

2. In what ways does the region of Galilee hold significance in the ministry of Jesus, and how can this understanding deepen our appreciation of His promise in Mark 14:28?

3. How can the certainty of Jesus' resurrection and His promises impact our daily lives and faith journey?

4. Reflect on a time when you faced a trial or scattering. How can Jesus' promise of restoration and community encourage you in similar situations?

5. How do the post-resurrection appearances of Jesus in Galilee, as described in other Gospel accounts, reinforce the reliability of His words in Mark 14:28?
Connections to Other Scriptures
Matthew 28:7, 10
These verses confirm Jesus' promise to meet His disciples in Galilee after His resurrection, showing the fulfillment of His words.

John 21:1-14
This passage describes one of the post-resurrection appearances of Jesus in Galilee, reinforcing His promise.

1 Corinthians 15:4-6
Paul recounts the resurrection and appearances of Jesus, including to the disciples, affirming the historical reality of these events.

Zechariah 13:7
This Old Testament prophecy is referenced earlier in Mark 14, highlighting the scattering of the disciples, which makes Jesus' promise of reunion in Galilee significant.
Consoling PromisesDr. Thomas Taylor.Mark 14:28
The Promised Meeting in GalileeDr. Thomas Taylor.Mark 14:28
Voices from GalileeJames Vaughan, M. A.Mark 14:28
The Betrayal by JudasJ.J. Given Mark 14:1-11, 18-21, 43-50
BetrayalR. Green Mark 14:10, 11, 17-21, 43-52
WarningsE. Johnson Mark 14:26-31
The Agony in GethsemaneJ.J. Given Mark 14:26-42
Peter's Denial ForetoldA.F. Muir Mark 14:27-31
Peter's FallR. Green Mark 14:27-31, 66-72
People
James, Jesus, John, Judas, Peter, Simon
Places
Bethany, Galilee, Gethsemane, Jerusalem, Mount of Olives
Topics
Ahead, Dead, Galilee, Howbeit, However, Raised, Risen
Dictionary of Bible Themes
Mark 14:28

     2560   Christ, resurrection
     9311   resurrection, of Christ

Mark 14:27-30

     1412   foreknowledge
     2045   Christ, knowledge of

Mark 14:27-31

     5943   self-deception

Library
July 28 Evening
Let your requests be made known unto God.--PHIL. 4:6. Abba, Father, all things are possible unto thee; take away this cup from me: nevertheless not what I will, but what thou wilt.--There was given to me a thorn in the flesh. For this thing I besought the Lord thrice, that it might depart from me. And he said unto me, My grace is sufficient for thee: for my strength is made perfect in weakness. Most gladly therefore will I rather glory in my infirmities. I poured out my complaint before him; I shewed
Anonymous—Daily Light on the Daily Path

July 18 Evening
She hath done what she could.--MARK 14:8. This poor widow hath cast in more than they all.--Whosoever shall give you a cup of water to drink in my name, because ye belong to Christ, verily I say unto you, he shall not lose his reward.--If there be first a willing mind, it is accepted according to that a man hath, and not according to that he hath not. Let us not love in word, neither in tongue; but in deed and in truth.--If a brother or sister be naked, and destitute of daily food, and one of you
Anonymous—Daily Light on the Daily Path

February 7 Evening
Jesus . . . was moved with compassion toward them.--MATT. 14:14. Jesus Christ the same yesterday, and today, and for ever.--We have not an high priest which cannot be touched with the feeling of our infirmities; but was in all points tempted like as we are, yet without sin.--Who can have compassion on the ignorant, and on them that are out of the way.--He cometh, and findeth them sleeping, and saith unto Peter, Simon, sleepest thou? couldest not thou watch one hour? Watch ye and pray, lest ye enter
Anonymous—Daily Light on the Daily Path

'Is it I?'
'Is it I?'--Mark xiv. 19 The scene shows that Judas had not as yet drawn any suspicion on himself. Here the Apostles seem to be higher than their ordinary stature; for they do not take to questioning one another, or even to protest, 'No!' but to questioning Christ. I. The solemn prophecy. It seems strange at first sight that our Lord should have introduced such thoughts then, disturbing the sweet repose of that hallowed hour. But the terrible fact of the betrayal was naturally suggested by the emblems
Alexander Maclaren—Expositions of Holy Scripture

The Sleeping Apostle
'Simon, sleepest thou!'--Mark xiv. 37 It is a very old Christian tradition that this Gospel is in some sense the Apostle Peter's. There are not many features in the Gospel itself which can be relied on as confirming this idea. Perhaps one such may be found in this plaintive remonstrance, which is only preserved for us here. Matthew's Gospel, indeed, tells us that the rebuke was addressed to Peter, but blunts the sharp point of it as directed to him, by throwing it into the plural, as if spoken to
Alexander Maclaren—Expositions of Holy Scripture

A Secret Rendezvous
'And the first day of unleavened bread, when they killed the pastorer, His disciples said unto Him, Where wilt Thou that we go and prepare that Thou mayest eat the passover? 13. And He sendeth forth two of His disciples, and saith unto them, Go ye into the city, and there shall meet you a man bearing a pitcher of water: follow him. 14. And wheresoever he shall go in, say ye to the goodman of the house, The Master saith, Where is the guestchamber, where I shall eat the passover with My disciples?
Alexander Maclaren—Expositions of Holy Scripture

The New Passover
'And the first day of unleavened bread, when they killed the Passover, the disciples said unto Him, Where wilt Thou that we go and prepare that Thou mayest eat the Passover? 13. And He sendeth forth two of His disciples, and saith unto them, Go ye into the city, and there shall meet you a man bearing a pitcher of water: follow him. 14. And wheresoever he shall go in, say ye to the goodman of the house, The Master saith, Where is the guestchamber, where I shall eat the Passover with My disciples?
Alexander Maclaren—Expositions of Holy Scripture

'Strong Crying and Tears'
'And they came to a place which was named Gethsemane: and He saith to His disciples, Sit ye here, while I shall pray. 33. And He taketh with Him Peter and James and John, and began to be sore amazed, and to be very heavy; 34. And saith onto them, My soul is exceeding sorrowful unto death: tarry ye here, and watch. 35. And He went forward a little, and fell on the ground, and prayed that, if it were possible, the hour might pass from Him. 36. And He said, Abba, Father, all things are possible unto
Alexander Maclaren—Expositions of Holy Scripture

The Captive Christ and the Circle Round Him
'And immediately, while He yet spake, cometh Judas, one of the twelve, and with him a great multitude with swords and staves, from the chief priests and the scribes and the elders. 44. And he that betrayed Him had given them a token, saying, Whomsoever I shall kiss, that same is He; take Him, and lead Him away safely. 45. And as soon as he was come, he goeth straightway to Him, and saith, Master, Master; and kissed Him. 46. And they laid their hands on Him, and took Him. 47. And one of them that
Alexander Maclaren—Expositions of Holy Scripture

The Condemnation which Condemns the Judges
'And the chief priests and all the council sought for witness against Jesus to put Him to death; and found none. 56. For many bare false witness against Him, but their witness agreed not together. 57. And there arose certain, and bare false witness against Him, saying, 58. We heard Him say, I will destroy this temple that is made with hands, and within three days I will build another made without hands. 59. But neither so did their witness agree together. 60. And the high priest stood up in their
Alexander Maclaren—Expositions of Holy Scripture

The Alabaster Box
'And Jesus said, Let her alone; why trouble ye her? she hath wrought a good work on Me.... 8. She hath done what she could: she is come aforehand to anoint My body to the burying. 9. Verily I say unto you. Wheresoever this gospel shall be preached throughout the whole world, this also that she hath done shall be spoken of for a memorial of her.'--Mark xiv. 6-9. John's Gospel sets this incident in its due framework of time and place, and tells us the names of the actors. The time was within a week
Alexander Maclaren—Expositions of Holy Scripture

Questions About the Lord's Supper
THE paper which begins at this page requires a few words of prefatory explanation. It consists of fifty-one questions about the Lord's Supper, with special reference to points which are the subject of much dispute and controversy in the present day. It supplies fifty-one answers to these questions, chiefly drawn from the New Testament, and the Articles, Communion Service, and Catechism of the Church of England. It contains, in addition, some valuable extracts from the writings of standard English
John Charles Ryle—The Upper Room: Being a Few Truths for the Times

That He who is About to Communicate with Christ Ought to Prepare Himself with Great Diligence
The Voice of the Beloved I am the Lover of purity, and Giver of sanctity. I seek a pure heart, and there is the place of My rest. Prepare for Me the larger upper room furnished, and I will keep the Passover at thy house with my disciples.(1) If thou wilt that I come unto thee and abide with thee, purge out the old leaven,(2) and cleanse the habitation of thy heart. Shut out the whole world, and all the throng of sins; sit as a sparrow alone upon the house-top,(3) and think upon thy transgressions
Thomas A Kempis—Imitation of Christ

Twenty-Eighth Lesson. Father! not what I Will;'
Father! Not what I will;' Or, Christ the Sacrifice. And He said, Abba, Father, all things are possible unto Thee; remove this cup from me: howbeit not what I will, but what Thou wilt.'--Mark xiv. 36. WHAT a contrast within the space of a few hours! What a transition from the quiet elevation of that, He lifted up His eyes to heaven, and said, FATHER I WILL,' to that falling on the ground and crying in agony. My Father! Not what I will.' In the one we see the High Priest within the veil in His
Andrew Murray—With Christ in the School of Prayer

Letter xiii. Christian Activity.
"She hath done what she could."--MARK 14:8. MY DEAR SISTER, You doubtless feel a deep interest in the great benevolent enterprises of the present day. No one who possesses the spirit of our Master can be indifferent towards them. It is important, then, that you should know what you can do towards moving forward these enterprises. For, remember that your obligation is as extensive as your ability. Christ commended the woman, referred to in the passage above quoted for doing "what she could."
Harvey Newcomb—A Practical Directory for Young Christian Females

Mark.
Commentaries. George Petter (the largest Com. on M., London, 1661, 2 vols. fol.); C. Fr. A. Fritzsche (Evangelium Marci, Lips., 1830); A. Klostermann (Das Marcusevangelium nach seinem Quellenwerthe für die evang. Gesch., Göttingen, 1867); B. Weiss (Das Marcusevangelium und seine synopt. Parallelen, Berlin, 1872); Meyer (6th ed. by Weiss, Gött., 1878); Joseph A. Alexander (New York, 1858, and London, 1866); Harvey Goodwin (London, 1860); John H. Godwin (London, 1869); James Morison
Philip Schaff—History of the Christian Church, Volume I

"She Hath done what She Could. " Mark 14:8.
"She hath done what she could." Mark 14:8. 1 Bless, O bless, Almighty Father, Woman's mission with our race,-- Her fond strivings here to gather Fruits of thy redeeming grace. 2 Though her way be not where honor Wins the gazing world's acclaim, Yet we bless thee that upon her Rests the power of Jesus' name. 3 In that name, O Father, strengthen Her full heart and ready hands; May her efforts serve to lengthen Christian love's encircling bands. 4 Where the mourning and the needy And the suffering
J.G. Adams—Hymns for Christian Devotion

Jerusalem
For the history of the disciples after the death of Jesus we are dependent upon a single source, the Acts of the Apostles, which can, however, be controlled, and to some extent corrected, by the gospels and by the epistles of Paul. It is now generally recognised that if any one wishes to write a life of Christ he ought to base his work not on the gospels as we have them now, but rather on the information provided by the critical analysis of the gospels as to their sources. These sources, or at least
Kirsopp Lake—Landmarks in the History of Early Christianity

Watch and Pray. --Mark. xiv. 38
Watch and Pray.--Mark. xiv. 38. Our Saviour's words are "Watch and Pray:" Lord, make us willing to obey; Lord, make us able to fulfil Thy counsel--give both power and will. The wisdom from above impart, To keep our hand, and tongue, and heart, In thought, word, deed,--that so we may Pray whilst we watch, watch while we pray. Lest while we watch, and fear no snare, We fall into neglect of prayer; Or, while we pray, and watch not, sin Creep like a subtil serpent in. When by an evil world beset,
James Montgomery—Sacred Poems and Hymns

As the Rind of a Pomegranate are Thy Cheeks, Besides that which is Hidden Within.
As the rind of the pomegranate is the least part of it, and includes all its excellence, so with this soul, its exterior appears of small account in comparison with what is concealed within. [42] The interior is filled with, the purest charity and the most advanced graces, but hidden under a very common exterior; for God takes pleasure in hiding away the souls He destines for Himself. Men are not worthy to know them, though the angels admire and respect them even under the humblest external form
Madame Guyon—Song of Songs of Solomon

Links
Mark 14:28 NIV
Mark 14:28 NLT
Mark 14:28 ESV
Mark 14:28 NASB
Mark 14:28 KJV

Mark 14:28 Commentaries

Bible Hub
Mark 14:27
Top of Page
Top of Page