Conceptual 4-Part Chorale for Mark Chapter 5

1. Desperation and Faith

Starting with a somber melody that shifts to hopeful motifs, this movement reflects the healing of the demon-possessed man, symbolizing the transition from despair to hope through Jesus' intervention.

2. Persistence and Healing

A delicate melody transitions from minor to major key to depict the woman's healing after years of suffering, emphasizing the transformative power of faith and grace.

3. Fear and Rejoicing

This movement contrasts the fear of death with the joy of resurrection, building from mournful melodies to joyful harmonies as Jesus raises Jairus's daughter.

4. Mission and Witness

With an evangelistic tone, this part celebrates the healed man’s new purpose to proclaim the miracle he experienced, focusing on themes of witnessing and spreading hope.

5. Reflection and Contemplation

An optional reflective coda that meditates on the themes of faith, healing, and Jesus' authority, inviting listeners to contemplate the message of hope and trust.