Intro to the Gospel of Mark
(Mark 1:1-3)

Background to Mark’s Account

Most scholars attribute authorship to

.

Mark’s account was most likely the

gospel to be written.

The

Mark used compares most to the style of an ancient

Reveal Answer

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Mark’s purpose was to announce the

of Jesus.

The beginning of the gospel (Mark 1:1-3)

The good news is

news that was rooted in the

Reveal Answer

.

Jesus is announced as the

, God’s Son.

This good news was a message to be

and

Reveal Answer

(Mark 1:15; 13:10; 14:9)

Question: Do you believe the good news that Jesus reigns and believe it enough to proclaim it?

Jesus’ identity was often

but would be clarified through his

Reveal Answer

.

Question: How is the reality of the Messiah’s suffering good news?

Bottom Line: The reign of King Jesus is still the greatest news to ever be announced, believed, and proclaimed.