Mark 16:7
But go, tell His disciples and Peter, 'He is going ahead of you into Galilee. There you will see Him, just as He told you.'"
But go
The phrase "But go" signifies a call to action, a directive that breaks the silence and fear that had gripped the women at the tomb. In the Greek, the word for "go" is "hypagete," which is an imperative form, indicating urgency and importance. This command is not just a suggestion but a divine mandate, emphasizing the role of the women as the first messengers of the resurrection. Historically, this is significant because it highlights the counter-cultural role of women in the early Christian community, entrusted with the most crucial news in Christian history.

tell His disciples
underscores the importance of communication and the spread of the Gospel message. The Greek word "eipate" for "tell" is another imperative, reinforcing the necessity of sharing the good news. The disciples, who had scattered and were in hiding after Jesus' crucifixion, needed reassurance and hope. This instruction to inform them is a reminder of their continued role in Jesus' mission, despite their previous failures and doubts. It is a call to restore and renew their faith and commitment.

and Peter
is a poignant addition, highlighting the grace and forgiveness inherent in the resurrection message. Peter, who had denied Jesus three times, is singled out, indicating that despite his failings, he is still a vital part of Jesus' plan. The specific mention of Peter serves as a powerful reminder of redemption and the personal nature of Jesus' love and forgiveness. It reassures believers that no failure is too great to be overcome by the grace of God.

He is going ahead of you into Galilee
The phrase "He is going ahead of you" speaks to the leadership and guidance of the risen Christ. The Greek word "proagei" implies not just going ahead in a physical sense but also leading the way spiritually and missionally. Jesus, as the Good Shepherd, goes before His flock, preparing the path and ensuring their safety and success. This assurance would have been comforting to the disciples, who were grappling with fear and uncertainty.

into Galilee
is significant both geographically and theologically. Galilee was the region where Jesus began His ministry, performed many miracles, and taught the multitudes. It represents a return to the roots of His earthly mission and a place of new beginnings. For the disciples, Galilee would be a familiar and significant location, symbolizing the continuation of Jesus' work and the fulfillment of His promises. It is a reminder that the resurrection is not the end but the beginning of a new chapter in God's redemptive plan.

There you will see Him, just as He told you
The assurance "There you will see Him" is a promise of personal encounter and revelation. The Greek word "opsesthe" for "see" implies more than just physical sight; it suggests understanding and recognition. This promise is a source of hope and anticipation for the disciples, affirming that their relationship with Jesus will continue beyond the resurrection. It is a reminder that faith is not just about belief in the unseen but also about experiencing the presence of the risen Christ in tangible ways.

just as He told you
emphasizes the reliability and truth of Jesus' words. Throughout His ministry, Jesus had foretold His death and resurrection, and this phrase serves as a reminder of His faithfulness to His promises. It reassures the disciples that everything is unfolding according to God's sovereign plan. For believers, it is a call to trust in the promises of Scripture, knowing that God is faithful and His word is true. This phrase encourages a deeper faith and reliance on the certainty of God's promises.

Persons / Places / Events
1. The Angel
A divine messenger who delivers the news of Jesus' resurrection to the women at the tomb.

2. The Women
Followers of Jesus who came to anoint His body and were the first to hear of His resurrection.

3. The Disciples
The followers of Jesus who are instructed to go to Galilee to see the risen Christ.

4. Peter
Specifically mentioned among the disciples, highlighting his restoration after denying Jesus.

5. Galilee
The region where Jesus began His ministry and where He will appear to His disciples post-resurrection.
Teaching Points
The Importance of Galilee
Galilee is not just a geographical location but a symbol of new beginnings and fulfillment of prophecy. It reminds us that God often meets us in familiar places to reveal His plans.

Restoration and Forgiveness
Peter's specific mention highlights God's grace and forgiveness. Despite Peter's denial, Jesus seeks to restore him, teaching us about the power of redemption and second chances.

The Role of Women in the Resurrection Narrative
The women are the first to receive and share the news of the resurrection, emphasizing the value and role of women in God's kingdom.

Obedience to Divine Instruction
The disciples are instructed to go to Galilee, teaching us the importance of obedience to God's guidance, even when the path is not fully clear.

The Certainty of Jesus' Promises
Jesus had foretold His resurrection and meeting in Galilee, demonstrating that His words are trustworthy and reliable.
Bible Study Questions
1. Why do you think the angel specifically mentioned Peter by name, and how does this relate to the concept of forgiveness and restoration in your life?

2. How does the instruction to go to Galilee reflect on the importance of obedience in your spiritual journey?

3. In what ways can the role of the women in this passage inspire you to share the message of the resurrection in your community?

4. How does the fulfillment of Jesus' promise to meet His disciples in Galilee strengthen your faith in His promises today?

5. Reflect on a "Galilee" moment in your life where God met you in a familiar place. How did that experience impact your faith journey?
Connections to Other Scriptures
Matthew 28:7-10
This passage parallels Mark 16:7, where the angel instructs the women to tell the disciples about Jesus' resurrection and His appearance in Galilee.

John 21:15-19
This passage describes the restoration of Peter, which is significant given his specific mention in Mark 16:7.

Acts 1:3
This verse speaks of Jesus appearing to His disciples over forty days, affirming His resurrection and the fulfillment of His promise.

1 Corinthians 15:5-7
Paul recounts the appearances of the risen Christ, including to Peter and the other disciples, confirming the resurrection account.

Isaiah 9:1-2
This prophecy speaks of Galilee as a place of great light, which is fulfilled in Jesus' ministry and post-resurrection appearances.
And PeterStems and Twigs.Mark 16:7
Love's Triumph Over SinA. Maclaren, D. D.Mark 16:7
Mary of MagdalaT. S. Dickson, M. A.Mark 16:7
Reasons for the Meeting in GalileeJames Vaughan, M. A.Mark 16:7
The News of Christ's Resurrection Sent to PeterCharles Bradley, M. A.Mark 16:7
Women as AmbassadorsJohn Donne, D. D.Mark 16:7
Angels in GravesJames Vaughan, M. A.Mark 16:1-8
Hope in DeathA. J. Parry.Mark 16:1-8
Jesus RisenG. M. Boynton.Mark 16:1-8
Love's TenacityA. J. Parry.Mark 16:1-8
Love's TributeA. J. Parry.Mark 16:1-8
Moral Strength in WomenJ. E. Johnson.Mark 16:1-8
Reunion After the ResurrectionA. J. Parry.Mark 16:1-8
Songs in the NightA. J. Parry.Mark 16:1-8
The Holy Sepulchre -- Authenticity of the SiteCanon Liddon.Mark 16:1-8
The Holy Sepulchre -- its Appearance NowCanon Liddon.Mark 16:1-8
The Holy Sepulchre -- its Interest to ChristiansCanon Liddon.Mark 16:1-8
The Import of DeathA. J. Parry.Mark 16:1-8
The Joy of EasterJ. A. Seiss, D. D.Mark 16:1-8
The Mission of the Holy WomenCanon Liddon.Mark 16:1-8
The Sabbath Before the Resurrection of ChristDr. Deems.Mark 16:1-8
The SepulcherE. Johnson Mark 16:1-8
The Stone of Death Rolled AwayA. J. Parry.Mark 16:1-8
Resurrection ProofsA.F. Muir Mark 16:1-14
An Eventful DayJ.J. Given Mark 16:1-18
The ResurrectionR. Green Mark 16:1-18
Christ's ResurrectionW. M. Punshon, D. D.Mark 16:6-7
Christ's Resurrection the Christian's HopeArchdeacon Farrar.Mark 16:6-7
Importance of the Resurrection to the ChristianCanon Liddon.Mark 16:6-7
The Absent CorpseS. Baring Gould, M. A.Mark 16:6-7
The Angel's WordsG. Stanford, D. D.Mark 16:6-7
The Empty TombCanon Liddon.Mark 16:6-7
The Holy Women's Easter and OursH. Melvill, B. D.Mark 16:6-7
The Lessons of the Empty GraveR. Glover.Mark 16:6-7
The Place Where They Laid the LordJames Parsons.Mark 16:6-7
The Resurrection Guarantees Success to ChristianityCanon Liddon.Mark 16:6-7
The Risen ChristDr. Talmage.Mark 16:6-7
The Triumph of GoodC. M. Southgate.Mark 16:6-7
The Women At the SepulchreH. Melvill, B. D.Mark 16:6-7
The Words of an AngelG. Stanford, D. D.Mark 16:6-7
People
James, Jesus, Mary, Peter, Salome
Places
Galilee, Jerusalem, Nazareth
Topics
Ahead, Disciples, Galilee, Goes, Peter
Dictionary of Bible Themes
Mark 16:7

     5112   Peter
     7620   disciples

Mark 16:1-7

     7930   Lord's Day, the

Mark 16:1-8

     1436   reality
     2421   gospel, historical foundation

Mark 16:1-11

     5745   women

Mark 16:1-14

     2555   Christ, resurrection appearances

Mark 16:5-7

     4112   angels, messengers

Library
The World-Wide Commission
'Every creature.'--Mark xvi. 15. The missionary enterprise has been put on many bases. People do not like commandments, but yet it is a great relief and strength to come back to one, and answer all questions with 'He bids me!' Now, these words of our Lord open up the whole subject of the Universality of Christianity. I. The divine audacity of Christianity. Take the scene. A mere handful of men, whether 'the twelve' or 'the five hundred brethren' is immaterial. How they must have recoiled when they
Alexander Maclaren—Expositions of Holy Scripture

The Enthroned Christ
'So then after the Lord had spoken unto them, He was received up into heaven, and sat on the right hand of God.'--Mark xvi. 19. How strangely calm and brief is this record of so stupendous an event! Do these sparing and reverent words sound to you like the product of devout imagination, embellishing with legend the facts of history? To me their very restrainedness, calmness, matter-of-factness, if I may so call it, are a strong guarantee that they are the utterance of an eyewitness, who verily saw
Alexander Maclaren—Expositions of Holy Scripture

Perpetual Youth
'And entering Into the sepulchre, they saw a young man sitting on the right side, clothed in a long white garment.'--Mark xvi. 5. Many great truths concerning Christ's death, and its worth to higher orders of being, are taught by the presence of that angel form, clad in the whiteness of his own God-given purity, sitting in restful contemplation in the dark house where the body of Jesus had lain. 'Which things the angels desire to look into.' Many precious lessons of consolation and hope, too, lie
Alexander Maclaren—Expositions of Holy Scripture

Love's Triumph Over Sin
'Tell His disciples and Peter that He goeth before yon into Galilee.--Mark xvi, 7. This prevailing tradition of Christian antiquity ascribes this Gospel to John Mark, sister's son to Barnabas, and affirms that in composing it he was in some sense the 'interpreter' of the Apostle Peter. Some confirmation of this alleged connection between the Evangelist and the Apostle may be gathered from the fact that the former is mentioned by the latter as with him when he wrote his First Epistle. And, in the
Alexander Maclaren—Expositions of Holy Scripture

The Incredulous Disciples
'And when the Sabbath was past, Mary Magdalene, and Mary the mother of James, and Salome, had bought sweet spices, that they might come and anoint Him. 2. And very early in the morning, the first day of the week, they came unto the sepulchre at the rising of the sun. 3. And they said among themselves, Who shall roll us away the stone from the door of the sepulchre? 4. And when they looked, they saw that the stone was rolled away: for it was very great. 6. And entering into the sepulchre, they saw
Alexander Maclaren—Expositions of Holy Scripture

The Angel in the Tomb
'They saw a young man sitting on the right side, clothed in a long white garment; and they were aifrighted. 6. And he saith unto them, Be not affrighted. Ye seek Jesus of Nazareth, which was crucified: He is risen; He is not here; behold the place where they laid Him.'--Mark xvi. 5,6. Each of the four Evangelists tells the story of the Resurrection from his own special point of view. None of them has any record of the actual fact, because no eye saw it. Before the earthquake and the angelic descent,
Alexander Maclaren—Expositions of Holy Scripture

The Christ Crowned, the Fact
"When God sought a King for His people of old, He went to the fields to find him; A shepherd was he, with his crook and his lute And a following flock behind him. "O love of the sheep, O joy of the lute, And the sling and the stone for battle; A shepherd was King, the giant was naught, And the enemy driven like cattle. "When God looked to tell of His good will to men, And the Shepherd-King's son whom He gave them; To shepherds, made meek a-caring for sheep, He told of a Christ sent to save them.
by S. D. Gordon—Quiet Talks on the Crowned Christ of Revelation

Baptismal Regeneration
Our Lord having thus given us an insight into the character of the persons whom he has chosen to proclaim his truth, then goes on to deliver to the chosen champions, their commission for the Holy War. I pray you mark the words with solemn care. He sums up in a few words the whole of their work, and at the same time foretells the result of it, telling them that some would doubtless believe and so be saved, and some on the other hand would not believe and would most certainly, therefore, be damned,
Charles Haddon Spurgeon—Spurgeon's Sermons Volume 10: 1864

Unbelievers Upbraided
On Thursday Evening, June 8th, 1876. "He . . . upbraided them with their unbelief."--Mark 16:14. I SHALL not dwell so much upon this particular instance of the disciples' unbelief as upon the fact that the Lord Jesus upbraided them because of it. This action of his shows us the way in which unbelief is to be treated by us. As our loving Saviour felt it to be right rather to upbraid than to console, he taught us that on some occasions, unbelief should be treated with severity rather than with condolence.
Charles Haddon Spurgeon—Spurgeon's Sermons Volume 50: 1904

Sermon for Ascension Day
This third sermon on the Ascension tells us how man ought continually to follow after Christ, as He has walked before us for three and thirty years, passing through manifold and great sufferings, before He returned unto His Father. Mark xvi. 19.--"So then after the Lord had spoken unto them, He was received up into heaven, and sat on the right hand of God." AFTER the Son of God, Jesus Christ, had eaten with His disciples upon the Mount of Olives, and reproved them, that they had been so long time
Susannah Winkworth—The History and Life of the Reverend Doctor John Tauler

The Necessity of Faith for Justification
1. THE LUTHERAN HERESY VS. THE TEACHING OF THE CHURCH.--The Protestant Reformers, notably Luther and Calvin, did not deny that justification is wrought by faith, but they defined justifying faith in a manner altogether foreign to the mind of the Church. a) They distinguished three kinds of faith: (1) belief in the existence of God and the historical fact that Christ has come on earth, suffered, and ascended (fides historica); (2) the sort of trust which is required for exercising the gift of miracles
Joseph Pohle—Grace, Actual and Habitual

Fifth Appearance of Jesus.
(Jerusalem. Sunday Evening) ^B Mark XVI. 14; ^C Luke XXIV. 36-43; ^D John XX. 19-25. ^b 14 And afterward ^c as they spake these things [while the two from Emmaus were telling their story] , ^b he was manifested unto the eleven themselves as they sat at meat; ^d 19 When therefore it was evening, on that day, the first day of the week, and when the doors were shut where the disciples were, for fear of the Jews, Jesus ^c himself ^d came and stood in the midst, ^c of them, and saith unto them, Peace
J. W. McGarvey—The Four-Fold Gospel

Third and Fourth Appearances of Jesus.
(Sunday Afternoon.) ^B Mark XVI. 12, 13; ^C Luke XXIV. 13-35; ^E I. Cor. XV. 5. ^b 12 And after these things he was manifested in another form [i. e., another manner] unto two of them, as they walked, on their way into the country. ^c 13 And behold, two of them were going that very day to a village named Emmaus [Several sites have been suggested, but the village of Emmaus has not yet been identified beyond dispute. Its location is probably marked by the ruins called el Kubeibeh, which lies northwest
J. W. McGarvey—The Four-Fold Gospel

The Ascension.
(Olivet, Between Jerusalem and Bethany.) ^B Mark XVI. 19, 20; ^C Luke XXIV. 50-53; ^E Acts I. 9-12. ^b 19 So then the Lord Jesus, after he had spoken unto them, ^e 9 And when he had said these things, ^c he led them out until they were over against Bethany: and he lifted up his hands, and blessed them. 51 And it came to pass, while he blessed them, he parted from them [it is significant that our Lord's gesture, when last seen of men, was one of blessing], and ^e as they were looking, he was taken
J. W. McGarvey—The Four-Fold Gospel

Obedience to the Last Command
Go ye therefore and make disciples of all the nations.' --Matt. 28:19. Go ye into all the world and preach the gospel to every creature.'--Mark 16:15. #8216;As Thou didst send Me into the world, even so send I them into the world' -- John 17:18; 20:21. Ye shall receive power, when the Holy Spirit is come upon you: and ye shall be My witnesses unto the uttermost parts of the earth.'--Acts 1:8. All these words breathe nothing less than the spirit of world conquest. All the nations,' all the world,'
Andrew Murray—The School of Obedience

Baptism, a Divinely Appointed Means of Grace.
When we inquire into the benefits and blessings which the Word of God connects with baptism, we must be careful to obtain the true sense and necessary meaning of its declarations. It is not enough to pick out an isolated passage or two, give them a sense of our own, and forthwith build on them a theory or doctrine. In this way the Holy Scriptures have been made to teach and support the gravest errors and most dangerous heresies. In this way, many persons "wrest the Scriptures to their own destruction."
G. H. Gerberding—The Way of Salvation in the Lutheran Church

Of the Places of Burial.
There were more common and more noble sepulchres. The common were in public burying-places, as it is with us: but they were without the city. "And through that place was no current of waters to be made; through it was to be no public way; cattle were not to feed there, nor was wood to be gathered from thence." "Nor was it lawful to walk among the sepulchres with phylacteries fastened to their heads, nor with the book of the law hanging at their arm." Some sepulchres were extraordinary; that is, in
John Lightfoot—From the Talmud and Hebraica

Baptism.
Literature. The commentaries on Matt. 28:19; Mark 16:16; John 3:5; Acts 2:38; 8:13, 16, 18, 37; Rom. 6:4; Gal. 3:27; Tit. 3:5; 1 Pet 3:21. G. J. Vossius: De Baptismo Disputationes XX. Amsterdam, 1648. W. Wall (Episcopalian): The History of Infant Baptism (a very learned work), first published in London, 1705, 2 vols., best edition by H. Cotton, Oxford, 1836, 4 vols., and 1862, 2 vols., together with Gale's (Baptist)Reflections and Wall's Defense. A Latin translation by Schlosser appeared, vol. I.,
Philip Schaff—History of the Christian Church, Volume I

Christ Risen
"And when the sabbath was past, Mary Magdalene, and Mary the mother of James, and Salome, bought spices, that they might come and anoint Him. And very early on the first day of the week, they come to the tomb when the sun was risen. And they were saying among themselves, Who shall roll us away the stone from the door of the tomb? and looking up, they see that the stone is rolled back: for it was exceeding great. And entering into the tomb, they saw a young man sitting on the right side, arrayed in
G. A. Chadwick—The Gospel of St. Mark

The Ascension
"So then the Lord Jesus, after He had spoken unto them, was received up into heaven, and sat down at the right hand of God. And they went forth, and preached everywhere, the Lord working with them, and confirming the word by the signs that followed. Amen." MARK 16:19-20 (R.V.) WE have reached the close of the great Gospel of the energies of Jesus, His toils, His manner, His searching gaze, His noble indignation, His love of children, the consuming zeal by virtue of which He was not more truly the
G. A. Chadwick—The Gospel of St. Mark

Of Baptism.
1. Baptism defined. Its primary object. This consists of three things. 1. To attest the forgiveness of sins. 2. Passages of Scripture proving the forgiveness of sins. 3. Forgiveness not only of past but also of future sins. This no encouragement to license in sin. 4 Refutation of those who share forgiveness between Baptism and Repentance. 5 Second thing in Baptism--viz. to teach that we are ingrafted into Christ for mortification and newness of life. 6. Third thing in Baptism--viz. to teach us that
John Calvin—The Institutes of the Christian Religion

Dispute with Whitefield
1741. Sunday, February 1.--A private letter, written to me by Mr. Whitefield, was printed without either his leave or mine, and a great numbers of copies were given to our people, both at the door and in the Foundry itself. Having procured one of them, I related (after preaching) the naked fact to the congregation and told them, "I will do just what I believe Mr. Whitefield would, were he here himself." Upon which I tore it in pieces before them all. Everyone who had received it, did the same. So
John Wesley—The Journal of John Wesley

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