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Introduction
Outline* and Timeline
Date
Mark’s gospel was probably written quite early, perhaps between ad 60 and 70,[1]
Authorship
· No definitive internal evidence exists.
The title “according to Mark” (Kata Markon) was added later by a scribe some time before a.d.
125.[2]
· External evidence is strongest from: Papias, 110-140 A.D.; Irenaeus, app.
185 A.D.; Origen, says Mark composed his Gospel “as Peter guided”; Justin Martyr, app.
150 A.D.—called Mark’s Gospel “the memoirs of Peter.”
[Survey from Scofield Reference Notes, 1917 ed.
Public Domain]
· The earliest known statement of this comes from Papias (ca.
a.d.
110), who quoted the testimony of John the elder, probably an alternate designation for the Apostle John.
[3]
· Peter seems to be Mark’s main source.
· Some believe Mark was written first and Matthew and Luke borrowed from it.
Purpose[4]
1.
To make the good news accessible to Gentiles.
2. To encourage those facing persecution.
3. To defend the faith.
4. To explain the significance of the cross.
[1] Cole, R. A. (1994).
Mark.
In D. A. Carson, R. T. France, J. A. Motyer, & G. J. Wenham (Eds.),
New Bible commentary: 21st century edition (4th ed., p. 946).
Leicester, England; Downers Grove, IL: Inter-Varsity Press.
[2] Grassmick, J. D. (1985).
Mark.
In J. F. Walvoord & R. B. Zuck (Eds.),
The Bible Knowledge Commentary: An Exposition of the Scriptures (Vol.
2, p. 95).
Wheaton, IL: Victor Books.
[3] Grassmick, J. D. (1985).
Mark.
In J. F. Walvoord & R. B. Zuck (Eds.),
The Bible Knowledge Commentary: An Exposition of the Scriptures (Vol.
2, p. 95).
Wheaton, IL: Victor Books.
[4] Cole, R. A. (1994).
Mark.
In D. A. Carson, R. T. France, J. A. Motyer, & G. J. Wenham (Eds.),
New Bible commentary: 21st century edition (4th ed., p. 947).
Leicester, England; Downers Grove, IL: Inter-Varsity Press.
How does a Ministering Gospel start?
A. The witnesses of the Old Testament (): Mark begins his account by quoting from two Old Testament prophets.
The Lesson
1. Malachi, who spoke of God’s messenger () (1:1–2): The messenger is John the Baptist.
How does a Ministering Gospel start?
2. Isaiah, who spoke of God’s message () (): The message is, “Prepare a pathway for the Lord’s coming!”
B. The work of the Baptist (1:4–11)
1. Malachi, who spoke of God’s messenger (Mal.
3:1) (1:1–2): The messenger is John the Baptist.
What does a Ministering Gospel consist of?
1. John baptizes the Jewish multitudes (1:4–8): People confess their sins and are baptized.
2. Isaiah, who spoke of God’s message (Isa.
40:3) (Mark 1:3): The message is, “Prepare a pathway for the Lord’s coming!”
2. John baptizes the Jewish Messiah (1:9–11): The Holy Spirit lights on Jesus, and there is a voice from heaven, announcing God’s pleasure with him.
B. The work of the Baptist (1:4–11)
C. The wrath of the Devil (1:12–13): Jesus is tempted by Satan for forty days.
Questions
1. John baptizes the Jewish multitudes (1:4–8): People confess their sins and are baptized.
2. John baptizes the Jewish Messiah (1:9–11): The Holy Spirit lights on Jesus, and there is a voice from heaven, announcing God’s pleasure with him.
What does the word gospel mean, :1?
C. The wrath of the Devil (1:12–13): Jesus is tempted by Satan for forty days.[1]
What does Jesus Christ’s names mean, :1?
What is a prophet, :2?
Mark describes Jesus "way of the Lord” as journey, :3.
This way led to what?
How is this similar to how a Christian begins his journey with Jesus?
How is John’s baptism different from Christ’s, :4?
What did John baptize with, :8?
Where is Jesus from, :9?
How old is Jesus, ?
Was this baptism a sprinkling, pouring, or immersion, :10?
What do you think this is a parallel with, :13?
What does a Ministering Gospel consist of?
Proclaiming the gospel -
Questions
How long before the Kingdom would start, :15?
What two actions are necessary, :15?
Do you see any similarity with this and ?
How complete is our answer to Jesus call, :18?
Teaching the truth -
Questions
How was Jesus’ teaching different from the experts in the law of Moses, :22?
Casting out demons -
Questions
Why is believing in Jesus not enough to save, :24?
Healing the sick -
Questions
Why wait till sundown, :32?
Why prevent the devil from identifying Jesus, (; )?
Cleansing the leper -
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Can kindness lead to persecution?
Have you seen a triangle of rescuing , persecution, and victimization?
B. The preaching of the Savior (1:14–15, 38–39)
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What he preaches (1:14–15): He preaches the Good News that the Kingdom of God is near.
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Where he preaches (1:38–39): He travels throughout all Galilee.
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