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Mark 14:70-71 It was brave of Peter to follow Jesus from a distance, but at the same time it is never a good idea to follow Jesus from a distance, because then one can easily fall when difficulties come. Peter swears that he does not know Jesus, trying to convince his accusers that God will punish him if he does …
Mark 14:44 Those who seized Jesus were both Roman soldiers (John 18:12) and Jewish temple guards (Luke 22:52). Greeting someone with a kiss was a common greeting that showed both respect and affection (Romans 16:16). Since Judas had to point out Jesus with a kiss, Jesus must surely have looked normal enough to be indistinguishable from the other disciples. From …
Mark 14:10 According to John 12:4-7, the apostle Judas was one of those who quarreled most with Mary, so it is quite possible that this money dispute with Jesus was the trigger for his betrayal. The religious leadership has long wanted to kill Jesus (Mark 3:6), but only now do they have a real opportunity when one of Jesus’ closest …