"Rising very early before dawn, he left and went off to a deserted place, where he prayed. Simon and those who were with him pursued him and on finding him said, "Everyone is looking for you."
He told them, "Let us go on to the nearby villages that I may preach there also. For this purpose have I come." So he went into their synagogues, preaching and driving out demons throughout the whole of Galilee." - Mark 1:35-39
Jesus just had a crazy night - he spent most of it helping others in the town with their afflictions. But instead of "having a down day" where he takes it easy, he's up before the sun, praying to his Father. And then, he gets interrupted by Simon saying he's now the most popular guy in Galilee, and people want to see him! The guy can't get a break!
I'm sure Jesus knew this was going to happen, and it's probably why he left so early to pray - so he could have a little quiet time before jumping back in. I'm sure he was exhausted, but he was on a mission. One that wouldn't end well for him, but would change us forever. Perhaps taking comfort in that is what kept him going - and it worked!
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