Mark 1:8-11 The Baptism of Jesus the Christ
This account of the baptism of Christ, combined with the account in the gospel of Matthew, tells us of the conflict with the leading political and religious leaders. We also have clear indications of the Triune God, and the reason Jesus was baptized.
Mark 1:4-8 A Cultural Crossroads
John the Baptizer came into a well-structured societal world. He was from the priestly line but he was not a priest. He began his ministry outside of the religious order, and the religious officials were more than skeptical.
Mark 1:1-3 Introduction to Mark
This is an introduction to the gospel of Mark. Who was he and what became of him? How did he come to write this account of the gospel of Jesus?
