Mar 6:17 | MHM | STEP | v. 17–20 : The story explains why Herod was so troubled. Herod had arrested John because John told him it was wrong to marry his brother’s wife, Herodias (Mark 6:17 ). Herodias hated John for this and wanted him dead. But Herod respected John, knowing he was a just and holy man. He liked to listen to John and even did some of the things John taught. But Herod would not give up his sin. This shows that it is possible to respect good people and even enjoy hearing God’s word, but still not truly change.

‏ Mark 6:17

v. 17–20: The story explains why Herod was so troubled. Herod had arrested John because John told him it was wrong to marry his brother’s wife, Herodias (Mark 6:17 ^a). Herodias hated John for this and wanted him dead. But Herod respected John, knowing he was a just and holy man. He liked to listen to John and even did some of the things John taught. But Herod would not give up his sin. This shows that it is possible to respect good people and even enjoy hearing God’s word, but still not truly change.