Charles Spurgeon Commentary Matthew 15:39

"And he sent away the multitudes, and entered into the boat, and came into the borders of Magadan." — Matthew 15:39 (ASV)

And he sent away the multitude, and took ship, and came into the coasts of Magdala.

He had taught the people, and fed them; so now he goes elsewhere to carry similar blessings to others also.

Our Lord was always earnest to send the crowds home. He did not desire to detain them from their daily labor. He does not want them to attend Him as a guard of honor or as enthusiastic processionists. He speeds away from their praises.

He took a ship. Like a shuttle through the loom, He crosses and recrosses the lake. He comes into the coasts of Magdala. Was He seeking out Mary of Magdala? He had some errand of mercy there. It was soon accomplished, for He was off to sea again.

Our Lord was largely a seafaring man. Let sailors run up Christ’s colors and sail under His command. O Lord Jesus, I would traverse the sea of life with You as my pilot, owner, and captain!