Mary, the Mother of John-Mark, is in the background of this story, but with significant influence raising and shaping the character and experiences of John-Mark, being hospitable to the early Apostles and Disciples, and using her means for the kingdom of God.

Who wrote the gospel of Mark? There are multiple evidences external and internal to the Bible that John Mark is the author.

Do we assess ourselves and God with the same attitude of faith as Peter? We are unable to do anything apart from Christ, but with God all things are possible! Are we, in faith, asking God to allow us to step out in faith onto the water so to speak in order to join him in his work? Fear and anxiety militate against faith.

Who were the Levites, and why were they special? What is the Covenant with them that the LORD mentions in Malachi 2:4?