Mark 3:17
The Scripture
(17) And James the son of Zebedee, and John the brother of James; and he surnamed them Boanerges, which is, The sons of thunder:
Chapter overview (whole chapter)
In this chapter Jesus is challenged by a crowd that demands a sign, and he responds by casting out a demon from a man possessed, demonstrating his authority over spirits. He then walks on water, feeding the disciples, which shows his power and trustworthiness, and later he is confronted by the Pharisees and teachers who question his authority. The chapter emphasizes Jesus’ divine power and the need for belief.
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