Acts 15:37

And Barnabas determined to take with them John, whose surname was Mark.

Cross-reference

Acts 12:25 Historical context

Acts 12:25 shows John Mark previously accompanied Barnabas and Saul, explaining Barnabas's loyalty to him.

Acts 13:13 Historical context

Acts 13:13 records John Mark's departure from the mission, the very desertion that caused Paul's objection here.

Acts 4:36 Historical context

In Acts 4:36, Barnabas is called 'son of encouragement' — explaining his merciful stance toward John Mark.

Acts 12:12 Historical context

Acts 12:12 identifies John Mark's mother's house, establishing his early church connections and home base.

Acts 13:5 Historical context

Acts 13:5 notes John Mark served as their assistant on the first journey, highlighting his earlier role.

2 Timothy 4:11 shows Paul later requesting Mark as useful for ministry, contrasting his earlier refusal to bring him.

Colossians 4:10 Historical context

Colossians 4:10 later calls Mark a fellow worker and cousin of Barnabas, showing eventual reconciliation.

Philemon 1:24 Historical context

Philemon 1:24 lists Mark among Paul's fellow workers, confirming his restored status in Paul's circle.