The Spirit of the LORD calls us to prepare for the ministry of the Lord Jesus through confession and repentance. In part 1 of The Gospel of Mark, Pastor Dan Cox reads from Mark 1:1-8.
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Study Notes
Repentance
THE GOSPEL OF MARK
Jesus Christ, the Son of God, is a miracle-working man of action. He is the Son of Man and the Servant of the Lord who came not to be served, but to serve and give His life as a ransom for many. The gospel of Mark calls sinners to saving faith in Jesus, and encourages the disciple of Jesus to follow the example of Jesus.
A Brief Introduction to Mark
Author: John Mark
Date: About AD 60
Recipients: Roman Gentile Christians
Purpose: Mark’s purpose was to give a written record of the verbal testimony of the Apostle Peter regarding the life and ministry of the Lord Jesus Christ, and to encourage followers of Jesus to stand firm in a hostile environment. Characteristics: Mark is a gospel of action in which Jesus, the Servant of the Lord, has come to serve and give His life as a ransom for many.
Understanding the Text
- The Beginning of the Gospel (Mark 1:1)
- A Baptism with Water (Mark 1:2-5)
- A Baptism with the Spirit (Mark 1:6-8)
Applying the Text
- Is your life characterized by ongoing repentance?