February 3, 2026
Mark 5:6 When he saw Jesus from afar, he ran and worshiped him.
This is a short verse out of Mark. I have always said anyone can take a short script of text from any book and slant it any way. Looking at this seems like a normal thing to do when someone understands this is Jesus the Son of God. This would be expected from any person who is calling themselves a Christian. But this is not a Christian running to worship God. This is a man possessed by so many demons they call themselves Legion.
When you read the next few verses you understand the context. They acknowledge Jesus as God and ask what He has to do to them. Then He cast them out. So this should go to show us that even the demons know and bow to Jesus. We should understand there is a day when every knee shall bow to the Lion of the tribe of Judah. Whether you trusted in Him or not. But just like the demons Legion, those who do not acknowledge Jesus as Lord will be cast out.
This is a scary and not politically correct part of the gospel. But it is the truth and we need to know the truth. Sin is an act against God. God cannot be in the presence of sin. He sent Jesus and Jesus agreed to come to earth to take the punishment for our sin. When we accept Jesus as Lord, then all the Father sees when He looks at us is us marked by His Son. Now you know the whole context of the scripture. Not just short snippets. How will you respond?
Key Takeaways
Mark 5:6 describes a man possessed by demons running to worship Jesus, highlighting even demons’ acknowledgment of His divinity.
The context shows that demons recognize Jesus as God and fear His power, illustrating a future where every knee will bow to Him.
Sin separates humanity from God, and Jesus came to take the punishment for sin, allowing believers to be seen as marked by Him.
This message may be uncomfortable, but it represents a crucial truth in the Christian faith about salvation and accountability.
Understanding the complete context of scripture encourages deeper reflection on one’s response to Jesus.