Sunday Evening

Mark 1:14-15 John the Baptist has completed his task. Christ begins His preaching ministry of the gospel at the time ordained by God. The gospel of God and the kingdom of God are connected.

Mark 1:9-13 Jesus, with His baptism, moves into His public ministry. Supernatural approval is demonstrated by an anointing from heaven by the Holy Spirit, and the Father’s audible satisfaction. Jesus, as Adam was, is tested.

Ecclesiastes 9:11-18 The point has been made that we must enjoy life but with an objective view as to how life really is, that God is sovereign. Yet righteous and wise living is no guarantee of earthly success. So what is the payoff? We do what is right because it is right to do and it brings glory to God.

Mark 1:1-8 Mark opens his book with the gospel, or “good news.” He introduces John the Baptist as the herald of a new era or beginning in God’s working with man. Jesus is the fulfillment of Old Testament prophecies.

The introduction to the book of Mark, covering the authorship, date, intended audience, theme, style of writing, and the purpose of the book. The purpose of the book is to transform lives, and the ideal starting place for anyone asking the question, “Who is Jesus?”