Jesus was the instructor, and the disciples were his open-air, traveling classroom of twelve. The constant crowds clamored for spectacle while each display was intended to show his students further aspects of the character of the Kingdom of his Father. Jesus often tired of the sensation-seeking of the people, frequently retiring alone to pray or sneaking off with his small band of friends. Jesus’ intentionality of these times away often failed to register with his apprentices, but the truths were tucked away by the Holy Spirit for future reference.

Mark 9:30-37

1. v. 30 – Intense, _______________________________________________________

2. vv. 31,32 – Intense ____________________________________________________

3. vv. 33-37 – Intense ____________________________________________________