Mark 6:31 - Homilies By A.f. Muir

Christ's offer of rest.

I. THE PECULIAR GIFT OF JESUS TO HIS SERVANTS . "Into a desert place;" only Christ to speak with them, to comfort and to advise.

II. A MANIFOLD PROVISION FOR HIS SERVANTS ' NEEDS . Calm after excitement; repose after labour; meditation upon Divine marvels and experiences. Security from threatening dangers.

III. A PREPARATION FOR FUTURE SERVICE . "Rest a while . "—M.