Jesus taught His followers to say less, not more, about their experience with Him. Jesus clearly understated Himself and His identity. In Mark’s account, Jesus prefers the title “Son of Man” to “Son of God.” Some scholars have accused Jesus of keeping a “Messianic Secret.” According to Mark 7, verses 24 and 36, He warned devils, disciples, and those He healed not to tell others who He was. Why?
“Jesus…entered a house and did not want anyone to know it; yet he could not keep his presence secret.”
“Jesus commanded them not to tell anyone. But the more he did so, the more they kept talking about it.”
