Mark 4:35-41 And the same day, when the even was come, he said to them, Let us pass over to the other side.… I. The apostles were not exempted from danger because they were the attendants of Christ. Believers, look for storms! II. While the apostles were exposed to the storm, they had Christ along with them in the vessel. III. The conduct of Christ during the storm was remarkable and instructive. He was asleep. IV. The feelings and conduct of the disciples during the storm are strongly illustrative of human character. Their faith was tried. They were afraid. They apply to Christ. Prayer not always the language of faith. V. The effect of this application of the disciples to Christ. He answered their prayer, though their faith was weak. He thus revealed His Divine power. He unveiled His ordinary agency. VI. Christ, with the blessing, administers a rebuke. Mark your conduct under trials. VII. The disciples came out of the trial with increased admiration of Christ. (Expository Discourses.) Parallel Verses KJV: And the same day, when the even was come, he saith unto them, Let us pass over unto the other side.WEB: On that day, when evening had come, he said to them, "Let's go over to the other side." |