The Gospel of Mark

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KlIPfwry83A True name is John Mark A traveling companion of Paul and Peter Peters interpreter He himself did not know Jesus Symbol- Winged lion

Biographical background

Around 65-70 AD First gospel written. Synoptic Audience were Gentile Christians being

persecuted. Christians in Syria Christians in Palestine Christians during the first Revolt against Rome These groups were hated BOTH by Jews and

Romans.

Background

Based on Peter’s testimony. Because of the audience, the gospel focuses

on remaining faithful to Jesus. Emphasizes that Jesus himself suffered

Mark says his followers must undergo suffering in order to gain eternal life.

Mark’s gospel

2 Questions

Who is Jesus, the person? Will you follow Jesus?

Take about ten minutes to answer these questions for yourself personally.

Themes

Right out of the prologue, Mark says that He is

the Messiah. Gospel is like a persuasive essay

Evidence: Preaching Miracles Passion Death Resurrection

Most referred to as the Son of Man

Who is Jesus?

Baptizing in the Jordan.

Prologue ends with the 40 days in the desert.

Mark tells that Jesus sought disciples

Beginning of Ministry :Jesus as a Teacher

Chapters 2-3

5 Conflicts with the Pharisees 1. Blasphemy 2. With sinners 3. Not fasting 4. Eating customs on the Sabbath 5. Healing on the Sabbath

First Teachings

Growing seed Scattering of seeds Lamp Mustard seed

Why did he included THESE?

Parables

Healing, exorcisms, nature miracles,

resurrection. Introduction Acknowledges the faith of the people Cures/ performs miracle Result follows (ex. Man sees or man walks for

the first time.) Conclusion/ reaction.

Note: Faith is the most important part in Mark’s miracle accounts.

Healing and Compassion

Death came because religious leaders were

threatened. All humans, not just the Jews, are responsible

for his death. Resurrection proves his divinity and is the

greatest part of Salvation History.

Paschal Mystery

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