3:31
Jesus’ mother and brothers came. One wonders what His mother was thinking, for she had had all the experiences surrounding His conception and the birth, with the various angelic appearances. They may have been acting out of trying to spare the family further embarrassment, or to protect Jesus. When a person is led by the Spirit the family will often not understand.
3:32-35
The crowds told Jesus that His mother and brothers were here looking for Him. Jesus, as He often did, gave them a surprising reply. He pointed at the those sat around Him and declared that they were His mother and brothers. Relationships based on faith in Him are more important than natural relationships. Jesus came to save the whole world. Note the various implications as well. By listening to Jesus people were doing the will of God. Those coming to Jesus to learn or to be healed are doing the will of God.
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