He begins by presenting Jesus as “The Son of God.” Marks 1:1
He clarifies his claim by calling upon prophecy. Malachi 3:1 & Isaiah 40:3
He declares John the baptizer to be the one that the scriptures were speaking about. Mark 1:11
He elaborates briefly on Jesus’ wilderness experience with the devil. Marks 1:12-13
He focuses on the beginning of Jesus ministry and His power to heal. Mark 1:14-2:17
His gospel is all about proclaiming the good news that Jesus is “The Son of God.”
He held closely to the teachings and actions of Jesus. Mark 2:18-3:12
He isn’t included in the list of Jesus’ immediate disciples. Mark 2:13-19
He jostles our minds with the reality that Jesus had a home. Mark 3:20-21
He keys in on those who accused Jesus of working through evil entities. Mark 3:22-30
He let’s all know that the true family of Jesus are those who do God’s will. Mark 3:31-34
He makes us aware of the purpose behind Jesus using parables. Mark 4:1-33
He notices various supernatural acts of Jesus so we can know His power. Mark 4:35-5:43
He openly informs us that Jesus was rejected by His own community. Mark 6:1-6
He points out that Jesus had a clear mission for His disciples. Mark 6:7-13
He quiets us with the information regarding John the baptizer’s brutal death. Mark 6:14-29
He relates to us how Jesus had the ability to do the unbelievable. Mark 6:30-56
He states the distinction between man’s traditions and God’s commandments. Mark 7:1-23
He testifies about the true nature of Jesus toward all mankind. Mark 7:24-30
He unequivocally acknowledges Jesus amazing supernatural ability. Mark 7:31-8:10
He validates Jesus frustration over people wanting a sign to prove His identity. Mark 8:11-13
He wastes no words to confirm the purpose of Jesus miracles. Mark 8:14-21
He eXpresses Jesus compassion toward a blind man. Mark 8:22-26
He yearns for all to know Peter’s confession of Jesus. Mark 8:27-30
He zealously reveals Jesus plan to verify that He is “The Son of God.” Mark 8:31-9:13
Mark wrote about Jesus riding a boy of an unclean spirit, Jesus teaching about His resurrection, Jesus teaching about greatness and how we can overcome sin. Mark 9:14-50
He wrote about marriage and divorce, Jesus’ love for children and eternal life. Marks 10:1-34
He wrote about power struggles, blind men being healed, the triumphant entry, the cursed fig tree, the Temple cleansing, Jesus’ words being fulfilled, questioning of Jesus authority, Jesus being rejected, paying taxes, people denying the resurrection, the great commandments, but his main objective was to proclaim the true identity of Jesus. Mark 10:35-12:37
He wrote words of caution, conviction, conflict and culmination. Mark 12:38-15:47
But, the main reason for Mark writing his gospel was to shout out to the world the good news that Jesus “Has Risen” Mark 16:1-8.
About the author:
Don and his wife Brenda have been married 48 years. They have two married sons Jason/Crista and Nicholas/Heather and four grandsons Luke, Ryker, Blake and Drew. Don is a graduate of the Gateway School of Preaching, Fairview Heights, IL, the Bristol Roads School of Biblical Studies, Flint, MI and he has a bachelor’s degree in religious education from Michigan Christian College. He has been preaching since 1979. He has preached at Pacific, MO; Howell, MI; Arnold, MO; Festus, MO; Dexter, MO; and De Soto, MO where he has served since 2007. He also serves the congregation as one of the elders. Don has done campaigns and meetings in several states and mission work in Cuba, India, and Jamaica. Don refers to himself as a “Minister” because he loves ministering to others and helping them learn about Jesus and growing in their relationship with Him.
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