Scofield Reference Notes, 1917 EditionMark 8
C. I. Scofield
Read Mark 8 in the BibleMark 8:23
And he took Our Lord's action here is most significant, Having abandoned Bethsaida to judgment Matthew 11:12-24. He would neither heal in that village, nor permit further testimony to be borne there Mark 8:26. The probation of Bethsaida as a community was ended, but He would still show mercy to individuals. Cf Revelation 3:20. Christ is outside the door of that church, but "If any man hear My voice," etc.
Mark 8:31
Mark 8:33
thou savourest i.e. thou art thinking man's thoughts, not the thoughts of God. Contra, Matthew 16:17
Mark 8:38
sinful Sin. (See Scofield "Romans 3:23") angels (See Scofield "Hebrews 1:4")
Scofield Reference Notes, 1917 Edition — C. I. Scofield. Public domain
Mark 8:15