Mark 4:33,34  With many similar parables Jesus spoke the Word to them, as much as they could understand.  He did not say anything to them without using a parable.  But when He was alone with His own disciples, He explained everything.There are some pretty hard sayings in the Bible.  And with that, many ask, “Who can understand?”  I know, for I am one of them.  However, the Word of God was never written for the Intellectuals and Textual Critics.  It was written for us, for every day people like you and me.

Listen to the last part of Mark 4:34 – He explained everything.  Many times I would try and understand a particular verse and always came up with at least 2 0r 3 different ways to interpret it.  And then I would find myself reaching for every commentary I could find.

But one day, while studying for a class, I came across this portion of Mark – But when He was alone with His own disciples, He explained everything.  I realized this was the key!  Getting alone with Jesus, having that Be Still and Know time with Him was the answer!  We only have to set time aside to be alone with Jesus and He will explain everything to us.  He wants His people to understand His Word and know His will.

Have you put that time aside to be alone with Him on your agenda?  You will always be grateful you did!  Smiling today, Margi