Fan, Foe, or Follower? The Gospel According to Mark: Following Jesus (Mark 3:7-19)

As controversy surrounding Jesus grew, the crowds continued to come from all over to see him such that he was pressed on all sides. Amidst this great throng, Mark records Jesus' appointing of the twelve apostles whom he would specifically call and commission with the proclamation and power of the kingdom. Here we consider the difference between fans, foes and followers of Jesus.