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The Gospel of Mark
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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
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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
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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
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2 Questions
Who is Jesus, the person? Will you follow Jesus?
Take about ten minutes to answer these questions for yourself personally.
Themes
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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?
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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
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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
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Growing seed Scattering of seeds Lamp Mustard seed
Why did he included THESE?
Parables
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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
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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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