Who said it?
“I was one way, and now I am completely different.”
Mary Magdalene
Mary is struggling with what before Jesus finds her again?
She relapses / is tormented again
Tax collector who is being called by Jesus
Matthew
Mary Magdalene’s story connects to deliverance found in what Gospel theme?
Freedom from sin / spiritual healing
What does Mary’s relapse show about faith?
It can be a struggle / not always instant perfection
“You have a gift. Use it for good.”
Jesus (to Matthew)
Where does Jesus find Mary?
In the Red Quarter / dark area of the city
Pharisee struggling with belief
Nicodemus
Nicodemus appears in which Gospel?
John
Why is Jesus calling Mary by name important?
It shows personal love and identity
“What am I missing?”
Nicodemus
What does Jesus say to remind Mary who she is?
He calls her by name (“Mary”)
Woman delivered from demons
Mary Magdalene
Nicodemus is known for visiting Jesus at what time?
At night
What does Nicodemus’ hesitation teach us?
Fear can hold people back from following God
“I don’t feel anything.”
Mary Magdalene (before healing)
What is Nicodemus doing throughout the episode?
Searching, questioning, trying to understand truth
Roman soldier watching Matthew
Gaius
Mary being called back reflects what idea in Christianity?
Grace / restoration
What is the contrast between Mary and Nicodemus?
Mary responds fully; Nicodemus hesitates
“You are healed because of your faith.”
Jesus
What big decision does Nicodemus fail to make?
He doesn’t follow Jesus
Who shows both authority and compassion in the episode?
Nicodemus’ struggle represents what spiritual issue?
Head knowledge vs. true faith
What is the main message of Episode 6?
Jesus restores, but we must choose to follow