Contrast the responses of the crowd, the disciples, and Jesus Himself. Why did the crowd want to make Jesus' king? Why did the disciples struggle to understand despite witnessing countless miracles? And what can we learn from Jesus' choice to retreat in prayer after such a monumental event? Sermon NotesMark 6:45 & 46 Jesus sends His disciples and then sends the multitude away and went to prayMark 6:47 Jesus is alone on the landMark 6:48 The disciples are having a difficult time crossing the sea, but Jesus walks on the water planning on meeting them on the other sideMark 6:49 – 52 Disciples think Jesus is a ghost and cry out. Jesus enters the boat and they are astonished. They gained no insight from the loaves and fish miracleMark 6:53 – 56 Jesus continues His ministry and the people bring the sick wanting to be healed by Him