Jesus knew the potential of being crowded out by the urgency of the masses. He withdrew, as was his wont. He took His disciples - He kept the main thing the main thing, only committing to those who were His core business.
Twelve disciples later become apostles - they started as learners and then became those on a mission. We must remember this in our own lives.
His family were those who apparently were concerned about Jesus' mental state.
His response shows the absurdity of their belief/assertion.
It shows that His power comes from God Himself.
He then gives a warning that if they are not careful they will commit the eternal sin.
Jesus recognises who His family are, but also says there are His spiritual kinsmen. He wants people to know they can belong to His family by doing God's will.
In chs 1-3, Jesus comes across as being hassled by crowds, but completely focused on God's task and the priority of spending time doing His Father's will.
Jesus provokes reactions of hatred, hostility, humility and gratitude. We must remember this will always be the case.
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