Mark (Interpretation Ser.: A Bible Commentary for Teaching and Preaching)

About this book

The Gospel of Mark was written to readers who could identify with the story of Jesus Christ. They too knew the cost of being a follower and the pain of sacrifice. It was the severity of that pain that caused a state of casual discipleship a state where grace was taken for granted. Mark recounts the miracles and teachings of the Messiah with a sense of urgency to prod his readers to believe now in the good news of the gospel -- so their suffering and sacrifice will not be in vain because the tomb was empty and death will not be the end.