SlideShare a Scribd company logo
1 of 45
Download to read offline
The Essential Jesus as
Revealed in the Gospel of Mark
Gettysburg
The murder of christ's forerunner   may 26, 2013
The Essential Jesus as
Revealed in the Gospel of Mark
Today through June 30th
The murder of christ's forerunner   may 26, 2013
Mark: A Quick Recap
▪ The author - “John Mark”
- Mentioned 8 times in the NT
-Was Roman (Marcus)
- Close associate of Apostle Peter
Mark: A Quick Recap
▪ The recipients – From evidence from
within the book, it appears that Mark
was writing his gospel primarily for a
Roman audience.
Mark: A Quick Recap
▪ “Signature” word: Mark uses a certain
word 42 times in his gospel (a word used
only 7 times in Matthew, twice in John and
once in Luke)
- “eutheos” = immediately, straightway
Mark: A Quick Recap
Mark’s emphasis in his gospel account is
not so much on what Jesus taught as it is
on what Jesus did!
The Gospel of Mark contains :
- Only 18 of the 70 parables of Jesus
- Over half of the 35 miracles of Jesus
Mark: A Quick Recap
The Gospel of Mark is a fast-flowing
narrative. Among the gospels it is the
Gospel of Action!
Gospel of Mark: Gospel of
Action
Who was his target audience?
Romans!
Gospel of Mark: Signature
Word
The Gospel of Mark is a fast-flowing
narrative. Among the gospels it is the
Gospel of Action!
The Gospel of Mark is also the
Gospel of Passion!
Gospel of Mark: The
Emotional Side of Jesus
References to the emotions of Jesus:
Matthew – 6 references
Luke – 7 references
John – 4 references
Mark – 16 references to Jesus’
emotions!
Gospel of Mark: Background
The Gospel of Mark is the Gospel of
Action and the Gospel of Passion!
Very relevant to us in 21st century
America as we tend to be both
pragmatic and passionate!
Gospel of Mark: Theme
Verse and Structure
Mark 10:45
“For even the Son of Man came not to be
served but to serve, and to give his life as
a ransom for many.”
Mark
1:15-10:52
Mark
11:1-15:47
Mark
16:1-20
Mark
1:1-14
An
informative
PROLOGUE
The
Servant’s
revelation
to the world
ACT 1
“Even the
Son of Man
did not
come to be
served, but
to serve. . .
ACT 2
and to give
His life a
ransom for
many.”
(10:45)
The
Servant’s
serving
The
Servant’s
sacrifice
An
incredible
CONCLUSION
The
Servant’s
resurrection
from the tomb(3 ½ years) (8 months)
Yr of Obscurity
(Early Judean)
Yr of Popularity
(Early and
Middle Galilean)
Yr of Opposition
(Later Galilean,
Later Judean,
Perean)
The HEARTBEAT of Jesus’
ministry . . . the GOSPEL!
Mark 1:14-15
Now after John was arrested, Jesus came
into Galilee, proclaiming the gospel of
God, and saying, “The time is fulfilled,
and the kingdom of God is at hand;
repent and believe in the gospel.”
The HEARTBEAT of Jesus’
ministry . . . the GOSPEL!
Mark 1:14-15
Now after John was arrested, Jesus came
into Galilee, proclaiming the gospel of
God, and saying, “The time is fulfilled,
and the kingdom of God is at hand;
repent and believe in the gospel.”
The FOCUS of Jesus’
ministry . . . PEOPLE!
“near”
“far”
-The disciples (apostles)
-The Crowd
Chapters 2-5: We see Jesus . . .
- performing miracles
- casting out demons
- healing the sick
- stilling a storm
- even raising a girl from the dead
- choosing theTwelve
- teaching in parables
Chapter 6
- vv. 1-6 – Jesus rejected by his home
town
- vv. 7-12 – Jesus sending out of the
Twelve
Mark 6:14-29
The Murder of Messiah’s Forerunner
(a.k.a. “Set Up Man”)
The Murder of Messiah’s
Forerunner
Mark 6:14a
King Herod heard of it, for Jesus' name
had become known.
The Murder of Messiah’s
Forerunner
Mark 6:14b-15
Some said, “John the Baptist has been
raised from the dead.That is why these
miraculous powers are at work in
him.” But others said, “He is Elijah.” And
others said, “He is a prophet, like one
of the prophets of old.”
The Murder of Messiah’s
Forerunner
Mark 6:16
But when Herod heard of it, he said,
“John, whom I beheaded, has been
raised.”
The Murder of Messiah’s
Forerunner
Mark 6:17-18
For it was Herod who had sent and
seized John and bound him in prison for
the sake of Herodias, his brother Philip's
wife, because he had married her. For
John had been saying to Herod, “It is not
lawful for you to have your brother's
wife.”
The Herod Family NTTree
The Herod Family NTTree
The Herod Family NTTree
The Herod
FamilyTree
Talk about one
VERY twisted
family tree!
The Murder of Messiah’s
Forerunner
Mark 6:18
For John had been saying to
Herod, “It is not lawful for you to
have your brother's wife.”
The Murder of Messiah’s
Forerunner
Mark 6:19-20
And Herodias had a grudge against him
and wanted to put him to death. But she
could not,for Herod feared John,
knowing that he was a righteous and
holy man, and he kept him safe.When he
heard him, he was greatly perplexed,
and yet he heard him gladly.
The Murder of Messiah’s
Forerunner
Mark 6:21
But an opportunity came when Herod
on his birthday gave a banquet for his
nobles and military commanders and
the leading men of Galilee.
The Murder of Messiah’s
Forerunner
Mark 6:22-23
For when Herodias's daughter came in
and danced, she pleased Herod and his
guests. And the king said to the girl, “Ask
me for whatever you wish, and I will give
it to you.” And he vowed to her,
“Whatever you ask me, I will give you, up
to half of my kingdom.”
The Murder of Messiah’s
Forerunner
Mark 6:24-25
And she went out and said to her
mother, “For what should I ask?” And she
said, “The head of John the Baptist.” And
she came in immediately with haste to
the king and asked, saying, “I want you
to give me at once the head of John
the Baptist on a platter.”
The Murder of Messiah’s
Forerunner
Mark 6:26a
And the king was exceedingly sorry . . .
The Murder of Messiah’s
Forerunner
Mark 6:26-28
And the king was exceedingly sorry, but
because of his oaths and his guests he did
not want to break his word to her. And
immediately the king sent an executioner
with orders to bring John'shead. He went
and beheaded him in the prison and
brought his head on a platter and gave it to
the girl, and the girl gave it to her mother.
The Murder of Messiah’s
Forerunner
Mark 6:29
When his disciples heard of it, they came
and took his body and laid it in a tomb.
Today’sTakeaways
WHY did Mark, who for the most part is
so economical with his words, spend 15
verses in developing a story that had so
little to do with Jesus?
Today’sTakeaways
“It is well worth the time
(for Mark) to tell the story
of someone who
sacrificed his life because
of his faithfulness. Many
of Mark’s readers would
be called to do the same.”
(Michael Card)
Today’sTakeaways
1. As John the Baptist lived and spoke
God’s truth to his generation - so we
must do the same, no matter what the
cost might be!
Today’sTakeaways
2. Since the pressure to compromise
our faith is relentless, we must pray for
the courage to say and to do what is
right before God!
Herod could have said . . .
- “I promised you a gift … I did not promise
to commit a crime . . . ”
- “I promised to favorYOU, not your
mother . . . ”
-“I was wrong to make such a vow to
murder a prophet of God let alone anyone
for that matter . . . ”
“. . . so ask me for something else!”
Today’sTakeaways
2. Since the pressure to compromise
our faith is relentless, we must pray for
the courage to say and to do what is
right before God!

More Related Content

What's hot

The tragic triumph of the cross mark 15-21-47
The tragic triumph of the cross   mark 15-21-47The tragic triumph of the cross   mark 15-21-47
The tragic triumph of the cross mark 15-21-47John Smith
 
Journey Through The Bible: Gospel of Luke
Journey Through The Bible: Gospel of LukeJourney Through The Bible: Gospel of Luke
Journey Through The Bible: Gospel of LukeResurrection Church
 
04-14-19, Mark 9;1-29, When It Is Time To Leave The Huddle & Commands
04-14-19, Mark 9;1-29, When It Is Time To Leave The Huddle & Commands04-14-19, Mark 9;1-29, When It Is Time To Leave The Huddle & Commands
04-14-19, Mark 9;1-29, When It Is Time To Leave The Huddle & CommandsFirst Baptist Church Jackson
 
Pilate before jesus mark 15- 1-20 - march 30, 2014
Pilate before jesus   mark 15- 1-20 - march 30, 2014Pilate before jesus   mark 15- 1-20 - march 30, 2014
Pilate before jesus mark 15- 1-20 - march 30, 2014John Smith
 
Lk 11 33-36_jack-o-lanterns
Lk 11 33-36_jack-o-lanternsLk 11 33-36_jack-o-lanterns
Lk 11 33-36_jack-o-lanternsjimlarsen
 
Book of Mark
Book of MarkBook of Mark
Book of Markmcjaaa
 
DOCTRINE 8 - CROSS - PS. DONNA TARUN - 630PM EVENING SERVICE
DOCTRINE 8 - CROSS - PS. DONNA TARUN - 630PM EVENING SERVICEDOCTRINE 8 - CROSS - PS. DONNA TARUN - 630PM EVENING SERVICE
DOCTRINE 8 - CROSS - PS. DONNA TARUN - 630PM EVENING SERVICEFaithworks Christian Church
 
Lk 11 29-32_resurrection
Lk 11 29-32_resurrectionLk 11 29-32_resurrection
Lk 11 29-32_resurrectionjimlarsen
 
Solitary Refinement Slides, 5/30/10
Solitary Refinement Slides, 5/30/10Solitary Refinement Slides, 5/30/10
Solitary Refinement Slides, 5/30/10CLADSM
 
M2014 s4 like an unfaithful wife 1 12-14 sermon
M2014 s4 like an unfaithful wife 1 12-14 sermonM2014 s4 like an unfaithful wife 1 12-14 sermon
M2014 s4 like an unfaithful wife 1 12-14 sermonJames Bradshaw
 
KBS 2014 Judy Dempster
KBS 2014 Judy DempsterKBS 2014 Judy Dempster
KBS 2014 Judy DempsterAACBCKBS
 
Sermon Slides: "Moving Out Of Our Comfort Zone" (Luke 9:1-9)
Sermon Slides: "Moving Out Of Our Comfort Zone" (Luke 9:1-9)Sermon Slides: "Moving Out Of Our Comfort Zone" (Luke 9:1-9)
Sermon Slides: "Moving Out Of Our Comfort Zone" (Luke 9:1-9)New City Church
 
What happened on that day
What happened on that dayWhat happened on that day
What happened on that dayMyWonderStudio
 
Messianicpropheciesandtheirfullfilment2 en
Messianicpropheciesandtheirfullfilment2 enMessianicpropheciesandtheirfullfilment2 en
Messianicpropheciesandtheirfullfilment2 enMyWonderStudio
 

What's hot (20)

The tragic triumph of the cross mark 15-21-47
The tragic triumph of the cross   mark 15-21-47The tragic triumph of the cross   mark 15-21-47
The tragic triumph of the cross mark 15-21-47
 
Journey Through The Bible: Gospel of Luke
Journey Through The Bible: Gospel of LukeJourney Through The Bible: Gospel of Luke
Journey Through The Bible: Gospel of Luke
 
Let's come together
Let's come togetherLet's come together
Let's come together
 
BIl113 WS 3
BIl113 WS 3BIl113 WS 3
BIl113 WS 3
 
Gospel of mark presentation
Gospel of mark presentationGospel of mark presentation
Gospel of mark presentation
 
04-14-19, Mark 9;1-29, When It Is Time To Leave The Huddle & Commands
04-14-19, Mark 9;1-29, When It Is Time To Leave The Huddle & Commands04-14-19, Mark 9;1-29, When It Is Time To Leave The Huddle & Commands
04-14-19, Mark 9;1-29, When It Is Time To Leave The Huddle & Commands
 
Being a Disciple_part1_the Gospel
Being a Disciple_part1_the GospelBeing a Disciple_part1_the Gospel
Being a Disciple_part1_the Gospel
 
Pilate before jesus mark 15- 1-20 - march 30, 2014
Pilate before jesus   mark 15- 1-20 - march 30, 2014Pilate before jesus   mark 15- 1-20 - march 30, 2014
Pilate before jesus mark 15- 1-20 - march 30, 2014
 
Lk 11 33-36_jack-o-lanterns
Lk 11 33-36_jack-o-lanternsLk 11 33-36_jack-o-lanterns
Lk 11 33-36_jack-o-lanterns
 
Book of Mark
Book of MarkBook of Mark
Book of Mark
 
DOCTRINE 8 - CROSS - PS. DONNA TARUN - 630PM EVENING SERVICE
DOCTRINE 8 - CROSS - PS. DONNA TARUN - 630PM EVENING SERVICEDOCTRINE 8 - CROSS - PS. DONNA TARUN - 630PM EVENING SERVICE
DOCTRINE 8 - CROSS - PS. DONNA TARUN - 630PM EVENING SERVICE
 
Lk 11 29-32_resurrection
Lk 11 29-32_resurrectionLk 11 29-32_resurrection
Lk 11 29-32_resurrection
 
Solitary Refinement Slides, 5/30/10
Solitary Refinement Slides, 5/30/10Solitary Refinement Slides, 5/30/10
Solitary Refinement Slides, 5/30/10
 
Weekly news from WCUMC 4 24 2016
Weekly news from WCUMC 4 24 2016Weekly news from WCUMC 4 24 2016
Weekly news from WCUMC 4 24 2016
 
M2014 s4 like an unfaithful wife 1 12-14 sermon
M2014 s4 like an unfaithful wife 1 12-14 sermonM2014 s4 like an unfaithful wife 1 12-14 sermon
M2014 s4 like an unfaithful wife 1 12-14 sermon
 
KBS 2014 Judy Dempster
KBS 2014 Judy DempsterKBS 2014 Judy Dempster
KBS 2014 Judy Dempster
 
Sermon Slides: "Moving Out Of Our Comfort Zone" (Luke 9:1-9)
Sermon Slides: "Moving Out Of Our Comfort Zone" (Luke 9:1-9)Sermon Slides: "Moving Out Of Our Comfort Zone" (Luke 9:1-9)
Sermon Slides: "Moving Out Of Our Comfort Zone" (Luke 9:1-9)
 
The Revealed Christ
The Revealed ChristThe Revealed Christ
The Revealed Christ
 
What happened on that day
What happened on that dayWhat happened on that day
What happened on that day
 
Messianicpropheciesandtheirfullfilment2 en
Messianicpropheciesandtheirfullfilment2 enMessianicpropheciesandtheirfullfilment2 en
Messianicpropheciesandtheirfullfilment2 en
 

Viewers also liked

UK HE Research Data Management Survey Results - Presentation to EPSRC
UK HE Research Data Management Survey Results - Presentation to EPSRCUK HE Research Data Management Survey Results - Presentation to EPSRC
UK HE Research Data Management Survey Results - Presentation to EPSRCMartin Hamilton
 
IT is Innovation in Technology
IT is Innovation in TechnologyIT is Innovation in Technology
IT is Innovation in TechnologyMartin Hamilton
 
Storm Chasing: Updating IT Strategy for Cloud Computing, Post-PC, Open Data a...
Storm Chasing: Updating IT Strategy for Cloud Computing, Post-PC, Open Data a...Storm Chasing: Updating IT Strategy for Cloud Computing, Post-PC, Open Data a...
Storm Chasing: Updating IT Strategy for Cloud Computing, Post-PC, Open Data a...Martin Hamilton
 
International banking and money market
International banking and money marketInternational banking and money market
International banking and money marketArpita Gupta
 
Excel for research
Excel  for researchExcel  for research
Excel for researchJamalBhai
 

Viewers also liked (6)

Social Media Services Presentation from RVDA
Social Media Services Presentation from RVDASocial Media Services Presentation from RVDA
Social Media Services Presentation from RVDA
 
UK HE Research Data Management Survey Results - Presentation to EPSRC
UK HE Research Data Management Survey Results - Presentation to EPSRCUK HE Research Data Management Survey Results - Presentation to EPSRC
UK HE Research Data Management Survey Results - Presentation to EPSRC
 
IT is Innovation in Technology
IT is Innovation in TechnologyIT is Innovation in Technology
IT is Innovation in Technology
 
Storm Chasing: Updating IT Strategy for Cloud Computing, Post-PC, Open Data a...
Storm Chasing: Updating IT Strategy for Cloud Computing, Post-PC, Open Data a...Storm Chasing: Updating IT Strategy for Cloud Computing, Post-PC, Open Data a...
Storm Chasing: Updating IT Strategy for Cloud Computing, Post-PC, Open Data a...
 
International banking and money market
International banking and money marketInternational banking and money market
International banking and money market
 
Excel for research
Excel  for researchExcel  for research
Excel for research
 

Similar to The murder of christ's forerunner may 26, 2013

The Gospel Of Mark
The Gospel Of MarkThe Gospel Of Mark
The Gospel Of MarkJon Kohler
 
A supernatural encounter mark 5 -1-20 - march 17, 2013
A supernatural encounter   mark 5 -1-20 - march 17, 2013A supernatural encounter   mark 5 -1-20 - march 17, 2013
A supernatural encounter mark 5 -1-20 - march 17, 2013John Smith
 
Reading the Gospels Well
Reading the Gospels WellReading the Gospels Well
Reading the Gospels Wellmulem
 
Faith matters! mark 9 14 32 - sept 15, 2013
Faith matters! mark 9 14 32 - sept 15, 2013Faith matters! mark 9 14 32 - sept 15, 2013
Faith matters! mark 9 14 32 - sept 15, 2013John Smith
 
Matthew 14, tetrarch, peer pressure, two fish, signs and wonders, resurrectio...
Matthew 14, tetrarch, peer pressure, two fish, signs and wonders, resurrectio...Matthew 14, tetrarch, peer pressure, two fish, signs and wonders, resurrectio...
Matthew 14, tetrarch, peer pressure, two fish, signs and wonders, resurrectio...Valley Bible Fellowship
 
Rev of servant to the world jan 13 2013 (1) (2)
Rev of servant to the world    jan 13 2013 (1) (2)Rev of servant to the world    jan 13 2013 (1) (2)
Rev of servant to the world jan 13 2013 (1) (2)John Smith
 
Intro to book jan 6 2013
Intro to book   jan 6 2013Intro to book   jan 6 2013
Intro to book jan 6 2013John Smith
 
Bad news and more bad news
Bad news and more bad newsBad news and more bad news
Bad news and more bad newsStephen Palm
 
Session 05 New Testament Oveview - Gospel of Mark
Session 05 New Testament Oveview - Gospel of MarkSession 05 New Testament Oveview - Gospel of Mark
Session 05 New Testament Oveview - Gospel of MarkJohn Brooks
 
Intro to book jan 6 2013
Intro to book   jan 6 2013Intro to book   jan 6 2013
Intro to book jan 6 2013John Smith
 
Jesus in the Old Testament (Power Point)
 Jesus in the Old Testament (Power Point) Jesus in the Old Testament (Power Point)
Jesus in the Old Testament (Power Point)evidenceforchristianity
 
12 December 13, 2015, Matthew 1;1-25, The King Arrives
12 December 13, 2015, Matthew 1;1-25, The King Arrives12 December 13, 2015, Matthew 1;1-25, The King Arrives
12 December 13, 2015, Matthew 1;1-25, The King ArrivesFirst Baptist Church Jackson
 
And the beat goes on . . . mark 3 7-35 - feb 10 2013
And the beat goes on . . .   mark 3 7-35 - feb 10 2013And the beat goes on . . .   mark 3 7-35 - feb 10 2013
And the beat goes on . . . mark 3 7-35 - feb 10 2013John Smith
 
The ministry of the servant jan 20 2013
The ministry of the servant    jan 20 2013The ministry of the servant    jan 20 2013
The ministry of the servant jan 20 2013John Smith
 
Mark 9, Preterism, erchomai, has come, dunamis, power, metamorphoo, transfigu...
Mark 9, Preterism, erchomai, has come, dunamis, power, metamorphoo, transfigu...Mark 9, Preterism, erchomai, has come, dunamis, power, metamorphoo, transfigu...
Mark 9, Preterism, erchomai, has come, dunamis, power, metamorphoo, transfigu...Valley Bible Fellowship
 
Gracious Jesus 64 Facing the Messiah.pptx
Gracious Jesus 64 Facing the Messiah.pptxGracious Jesus 64 Facing the Messiah.pptx
Gracious Jesus 64 Facing the Messiah.pptxDr. Bella Pillai
 
Muhammad in the bible part 2
Muhammad in the bible part 2Muhammad in the bible part 2
Muhammad in the bible part 2Zuby Ghias
 
EPISODE 19: MARK AND THE LION
EPISODE 19: MARK AND THE LIONEPISODE 19: MARK AND THE LION
EPISODE 19: MARK AND THE LIONbibleheroes
 

Similar to The murder of christ's forerunner may 26, 2013 (20)

The Gospel Of Mark
The Gospel Of MarkThe Gospel Of Mark
The Gospel Of Mark
 
A supernatural encounter mark 5 -1-20 - march 17, 2013
A supernatural encounter   mark 5 -1-20 - march 17, 2013A supernatural encounter   mark 5 -1-20 - march 17, 2013
A supernatural encounter mark 5 -1-20 - march 17, 2013
 
Reading the Gospels Well
Reading the Gospels WellReading the Gospels Well
Reading the Gospels Well
 
Faith matters! mark 9 14 32 - sept 15, 2013
Faith matters! mark 9 14 32 - sept 15, 2013Faith matters! mark 9 14 32 - sept 15, 2013
Faith matters! mark 9 14 32 - sept 15, 2013
 
Matthew 14, tetrarch, peer pressure, two fish, signs and wonders, resurrectio...
Matthew 14, tetrarch, peer pressure, two fish, signs and wonders, resurrectio...Matthew 14, tetrarch, peer pressure, two fish, signs and wonders, resurrectio...
Matthew 14, tetrarch, peer pressure, two fish, signs and wonders, resurrectio...
 
Rev of servant to the world jan 13 2013 (1) (2)
Rev of servant to the world    jan 13 2013 (1) (2)Rev of servant to the world    jan 13 2013 (1) (2)
Rev of servant to the world jan 13 2013 (1) (2)
 
Intro to book jan 6 2013
Intro to book   jan 6 2013Intro to book   jan 6 2013
Intro to book jan 6 2013
 
Mark
MarkMark
Mark
 
Bad news and more bad news
Bad news and more bad newsBad news and more bad news
Bad news and more bad news
 
Session 05 New Testament Oveview - Gospel of Mark
Session 05 New Testament Oveview - Gospel of MarkSession 05 New Testament Oveview - Gospel of Mark
Session 05 New Testament Oveview - Gospel of Mark
 
Intro to book jan 6 2013
Intro to book   jan 6 2013Intro to book   jan 6 2013
Intro to book jan 6 2013
 
Jesus in the Old Testament (Power Point)
 Jesus in the Old Testament (Power Point) Jesus in the Old Testament (Power Point)
Jesus in the Old Testament (Power Point)
 
12 December 13, 2015, Matthew 1;1-25, The King Arrives
12 December 13, 2015, Matthew 1;1-25, The King Arrives12 December 13, 2015, Matthew 1;1-25, The King Arrives
12 December 13, 2015, Matthew 1;1-25, The King Arrives
 
Pointing to Jesus
Pointing to JesusPointing to Jesus
Pointing to Jesus
 
And the beat goes on . . . mark 3 7-35 - feb 10 2013
And the beat goes on . . .   mark 3 7-35 - feb 10 2013And the beat goes on . . .   mark 3 7-35 - feb 10 2013
And the beat goes on . . . mark 3 7-35 - feb 10 2013
 
The ministry of the servant jan 20 2013
The ministry of the servant    jan 20 2013The ministry of the servant    jan 20 2013
The ministry of the servant jan 20 2013
 
Mark 9, Preterism, erchomai, has come, dunamis, power, metamorphoo, transfigu...
Mark 9, Preterism, erchomai, has come, dunamis, power, metamorphoo, transfigu...Mark 9, Preterism, erchomai, has come, dunamis, power, metamorphoo, transfigu...
Mark 9, Preterism, erchomai, has come, dunamis, power, metamorphoo, transfigu...
 
Gracious Jesus 64 Facing the Messiah.pptx
Gracious Jesus 64 Facing the Messiah.pptxGracious Jesus 64 Facing the Messiah.pptx
Gracious Jesus 64 Facing the Messiah.pptx
 
Muhammad in the bible part 2
Muhammad in the bible part 2Muhammad in the bible part 2
Muhammad in the bible part 2
 
EPISODE 19: MARK AND THE LION
EPISODE 19: MARK AND THE LIONEPISODE 19: MARK AND THE LION
EPISODE 19: MARK AND THE LION
 

More from John Smith

5 sermon beyond tomorrow - mark 24-37 - june 29, 2014
5 sermon   beyond tomorrow - mark 24-37 - june 29, 20145 sermon   beyond tomorrow - mark 24-37 - june 29, 2014
5 sermon beyond tomorrow - mark 24-37 - june 29, 2014John Smith
 
Beyond tomorrow mark 13-14-23 - june 8, 2014
Beyond tomorrow   mark 13-14-23 - june 8, 2014Beyond tomorrow   mark 13-14-23 - june 8, 2014
Beyond tomorrow mark 13-14-23 - june 8, 2014John Smith
 
Beyond tomorrow mark 13-1-13 - may 25, 2014
Beyond tomorrow   mark 13-1-13 - may 25, 2014Beyond tomorrow   mark 13-1-13 - may 25, 2014
Beyond tomorrow mark 13-1-13 - may 25, 2014John Smith
 
Beyond tomorrow mark 13-1-13 - may 25, 2014
Beyond tomorrow   mark 13-1-13 - may 25, 2014Beyond tomorrow   mark 13-1-13 - may 25, 2014
Beyond tomorrow mark 13-1-13 - may 25, 2014John Smith
 
The conclusion of mark 04 27-2014 - mark 16-9-20
The conclusion of mark  04 27-2014 - mark 16-9-20The conclusion of mark  04 27-2014 - mark 16-9-20
The conclusion of mark 04 27-2014 - mark 16-9-20John Smith
 
He is risen! 04 20-2014 - mark 16-1-8
He is risen!  04 20-2014 - mark 16-1-8He is risen!  04 20-2014 - mark 16-1-8
He is risen! 04 20-2014 - mark 16-1-8John Smith
 
The tragic triumph of the cross mark 15-21-47
The tragic triumph of the cross   mark 15-21-47The tragic triumph of the cross   mark 15-21-47
The tragic triumph of the cross mark 15-21-47John Smith
 
Pilate before jesus mark 15- 1-20 - march 30, 2014
Pilate before jesus   mark 15- 1-20 - march 30, 2014Pilate before jesus   mark 15- 1-20 - march 30, 2014
Pilate before jesus mark 15- 1-20 - march 30, 2014John Smith
 
Two men … two trials mark 14-53-72 - march 16, 2014
Two men … two trials    mark 14-53-72 - march 16, 2014Two men … two trials    mark 14-53-72 - march 16, 2014
Two men … two trials mark 14-53-72 - march 16, 2014John Smith
 
Prediction, prayer and betrayal mark 14-27-52 - march 9, 2014
Prediction, prayer and betrayal    mark 14-27-52 - march 9, 2014Prediction, prayer and betrayal    mark 14-27-52 - march 9, 2014
Prediction, prayer and betrayal mark 14-27-52 - march 9, 2014John Smith
 
The last suppe of jesus mark 14-12-261 - march 2, 2014
The last suppe of jesus   mark 14-12-261 - march 2, 2014The last suppe of jesus   mark 14-12-261 - march 2, 2014
The last suppe of jesus mark 14-12-261 - march 2, 2014John Smith
 
Of plots and perfume mark 14-1-11 - feb23, 2014
Of plots and perfume   mark 14-1-11 - feb23, 2014Of plots and perfume   mark 14-1-11 - feb23, 2014
Of plots and perfume mark 14-1-11 - feb23, 2014John Smith
 
The greatest commandment of all mark 12-28-34 - feb 9, 2014
The greatest commandment of all   mark 12-28-34 - feb 9, 2014The greatest commandment of all   mark 12-28-34 - feb 9, 2014
The greatest commandment of all mark 12-28-34 - feb 9, 2014John Smith
 
Making brilliant men look dull mark 12-13-27 - feb 2, 2014 1
Making brilliant men look dull   mark 12-13-27 - feb 2, 2014 1Making brilliant men look dull   mark 12-13-27 - feb 2, 2014 1
Making brilliant men look dull mark 12-13-27 - feb 2, 2014 1John Smith
 
Sermon 1 26-2014 al reilly
Sermon 1 26-2014 al reillySermon 1 26-2014 al reilly
Sermon 1 26-2014 al reillyJohn Smith
 
Cursing and cleansing mark 11-12-25 - jan 19, 2014
Cursing and cleansing   mark 11-12-25 - jan 19, 2014Cursing and cleansing   mark 11-12-25 - jan 19, 2014
Cursing and cleansing mark 11-12-25 - jan 19, 2014John Smith
 
The triumphal entry of the king mark 11-1-11 - jan 12, 2014
The triumphal entry of the king    mark 11-1-11 - jan 12, 2014The triumphal entry of the king    mark 11-1-11 - jan 12, 2014
The triumphal entry of the king mark 11-1-11 - jan 12, 2014John Smith
 
Introductory brochure
Introductory brochureIntroductory brochure
Introductory brochureJohn Smith
 
One prediction . . . two requests (mk 10 32-52) jan 5, 2014
One prediction . . . two requests (mk 10   32-52) jan 5, 2014One prediction . . . two requests (mk 10   32-52) jan 5, 2014
One prediction . . . two requests (mk 10 32-52) jan 5, 2014John Smith
 
7 questions for spiritual self checkup dec. 29, 2013
7 questions for spiritual self checkup   dec. 29, 20137 questions for spiritual self checkup   dec. 29, 2013
7 questions for spiritual self checkup dec. 29, 2013John Smith
 

More from John Smith (20)

5 sermon beyond tomorrow - mark 24-37 - june 29, 2014
5 sermon   beyond tomorrow - mark 24-37 - june 29, 20145 sermon   beyond tomorrow - mark 24-37 - june 29, 2014
5 sermon beyond tomorrow - mark 24-37 - june 29, 2014
 
Beyond tomorrow mark 13-14-23 - june 8, 2014
Beyond tomorrow   mark 13-14-23 - june 8, 2014Beyond tomorrow   mark 13-14-23 - june 8, 2014
Beyond tomorrow mark 13-14-23 - june 8, 2014
 
Beyond tomorrow mark 13-1-13 - may 25, 2014
Beyond tomorrow   mark 13-1-13 - may 25, 2014Beyond tomorrow   mark 13-1-13 - may 25, 2014
Beyond tomorrow mark 13-1-13 - may 25, 2014
 
Beyond tomorrow mark 13-1-13 - may 25, 2014
Beyond tomorrow   mark 13-1-13 - may 25, 2014Beyond tomorrow   mark 13-1-13 - may 25, 2014
Beyond tomorrow mark 13-1-13 - may 25, 2014
 
The conclusion of mark 04 27-2014 - mark 16-9-20
The conclusion of mark  04 27-2014 - mark 16-9-20The conclusion of mark  04 27-2014 - mark 16-9-20
The conclusion of mark 04 27-2014 - mark 16-9-20
 
He is risen! 04 20-2014 - mark 16-1-8
He is risen!  04 20-2014 - mark 16-1-8He is risen!  04 20-2014 - mark 16-1-8
He is risen! 04 20-2014 - mark 16-1-8
 
The tragic triumph of the cross mark 15-21-47
The tragic triumph of the cross   mark 15-21-47The tragic triumph of the cross   mark 15-21-47
The tragic triumph of the cross mark 15-21-47
 
Pilate before jesus mark 15- 1-20 - march 30, 2014
Pilate before jesus   mark 15- 1-20 - march 30, 2014Pilate before jesus   mark 15- 1-20 - march 30, 2014
Pilate before jesus mark 15- 1-20 - march 30, 2014
 
Two men … two trials mark 14-53-72 - march 16, 2014
Two men … two trials    mark 14-53-72 - march 16, 2014Two men … two trials    mark 14-53-72 - march 16, 2014
Two men … two trials mark 14-53-72 - march 16, 2014
 
Prediction, prayer and betrayal mark 14-27-52 - march 9, 2014
Prediction, prayer and betrayal    mark 14-27-52 - march 9, 2014Prediction, prayer and betrayal    mark 14-27-52 - march 9, 2014
Prediction, prayer and betrayal mark 14-27-52 - march 9, 2014
 
The last suppe of jesus mark 14-12-261 - march 2, 2014
The last suppe of jesus   mark 14-12-261 - march 2, 2014The last suppe of jesus   mark 14-12-261 - march 2, 2014
The last suppe of jesus mark 14-12-261 - march 2, 2014
 
Of plots and perfume mark 14-1-11 - feb23, 2014
Of plots and perfume   mark 14-1-11 - feb23, 2014Of plots and perfume   mark 14-1-11 - feb23, 2014
Of plots and perfume mark 14-1-11 - feb23, 2014
 
The greatest commandment of all mark 12-28-34 - feb 9, 2014
The greatest commandment of all   mark 12-28-34 - feb 9, 2014The greatest commandment of all   mark 12-28-34 - feb 9, 2014
The greatest commandment of all mark 12-28-34 - feb 9, 2014
 
Making brilliant men look dull mark 12-13-27 - feb 2, 2014 1
Making brilliant men look dull   mark 12-13-27 - feb 2, 2014 1Making brilliant men look dull   mark 12-13-27 - feb 2, 2014 1
Making brilliant men look dull mark 12-13-27 - feb 2, 2014 1
 
Sermon 1 26-2014 al reilly
Sermon 1 26-2014 al reillySermon 1 26-2014 al reilly
Sermon 1 26-2014 al reilly
 
Cursing and cleansing mark 11-12-25 - jan 19, 2014
Cursing and cleansing   mark 11-12-25 - jan 19, 2014Cursing and cleansing   mark 11-12-25 - jan 19, 2014
Cursing and cleansing mark 11-12-25 - jan 19, 2014
 
The triumphal entry of the king mark 11-1-11 - jan 12, 2014
The triumphal entry of the king    mark 11-1-11 - jan 12, 2014The triumphal entry of the king    mark 11-1-11 - jan 12, 2014
The triumphal entry of the king mark 11-1-11 - jan 12, 2014
 
Introductory brochure
Introductory brochureIntroductory brochure
Introductory brochure
 
One prediction . . . two requests (mk 10 32-52) jan 5, 2014
One prediction . . . two requests (mk 10   32-52) jan 5, 2014One prediction . . . two requests (mk 10   32-52) jan 5, 2014
One prediction . . . two requests (mk 10 32-52) jan 5, 2014
 
7 questions for spiritual self checkup dec. 29, 2013
7 questions for spiritual self checkup   dec. 29, 20137 questions for spiritual self checkup   dec. 29, 2013
7 questions for spiritual self checkup dec. 29, 2013
 

Recently uploaded

Flyover: Part 2 - Review & The Gospel of Matthew
Flyover: Part 2 - Review & The Gospel of MatthewFlyover: Part 2 - Review & The Gospel of Matthew
Flyover: Part 2 - Review & The Gospel of MatthewVintage Church
 
Medusa's Plight - The True Story of Medusa.pdf
Medusa's Plight - The True Story of Medusa.pdfMedusa's Plight - The True Story of Medusa.pdf
Medusa's Plight - The True Story of Medusa.pdfDeanAmory1
 
09 2 Peter 1v6 An Abundant Entrance Add Patience.pptx
09 2 Peter 1v6 An Abundant Entrance Add Patience.pptx09 2 Peter 1v6 An Abundant Entrance Add Patience.pptx
09 2 Peter 1v6 An Abundant Entrance Add Patience.pptxMarvin McKenzie
 
El Camino Del Siervo Parte 3 Milagros Hasta La Cruz.ppt
El Camino Del Siervo Parte 3 Milagros Hasta La Cruz.pptEl Camino Del Siervo Parte 3 Milagros Hasta La Cruz.ppt
El Camino Del Siervo Parte 3 Milagros Hasta La Cruz.pptjenune
 
BENEDICTINE STEWARDSHIP PRESENTATION - LOUIS MALAYBALAY
BENEDICTINE STEWARDSHIP PRESENTATION - LOUIS MALAYBALAYBENEDICTINE STEWARDSHIP PRESENTATION - LOUIS MALAYBALAY
BENEDICTINE STEWARDSHIP PRESENTATION - LOUIS MALAYBALAYLouis Malaybalay
 
Discover the 5 Most Beautiful Mosques in UAE.pptx
Discover the 5 Most Beautiful Mosques in UAE.pptxDiscover the 5 Most Beautiful Mosques in UAE.pptx
Discover the 5 Most Beautiful Mosques in UAE.pptxDisha Global Tours
 
KNOW THE RIGHT WAY TO TAKE SEHRI AND IFTAR
KNOW THE RIGHT WAY TO TAKE SEHRI AND IFTARKNOW THE RIGHT WAY TO TAKE SEHRI AND IFTAR
KNOW THE RIGHT WAY TO TAKE SEHRI AND IFTARAdeeba Tour and Travels
 
Astaunga Yoga Meditation yoga Living with Purpose.pdf
Astaunga Yoga Meditation yoga Living with Purpose.pdfAstaunga Yoga Meditation yoga Living with Purpose.pdf
Astaunga Yoga Meditation yoga Living with Purpose.pdfDada Rainjitananda
 
Deerfoot Church of Christ Bulletin 3 17 24
Deerfoot Church of Christ Bulletin 3 17 24Deerfoot Church of Christ Bulletin 3 17 24
Deerfoot Church of Christ Bulletin 3 17 24deerfootcoc
 
08 2 Peter 1:6 The Virtues of Abundance Add Temperance.pptx
08 2 Peter 1:6 The Virtues of Abundance Add Temperance.pptx08 2 Peter 1:6 The Virtues of Abundance Add Temperance.pptx
08 2 Peter 1:6 The Virtues of Abundance Add Temperance.pptxMarvin McKenzie
 
Monthly Khazina-e-Ruhaniyaat March’2024 (Vol.14, Issue 11)
Monthly Khazina-e-Ruhaniyaat March’2024 (Vol.14, Issue 11)Monthly Khazina-e-Ruhaniyaat March’2024 (Vol.14, Issue 11)
Monthly Khazina-e-Ruhaniyaat March’2024 (Vol.14, Issue 11)Darul Amal Chishtia
 
03-JADUAL-BERBUKA-PUASA-SARAWAK-2024.pdf
03-JADUAL-BERBUKA-PUASA-SARAWAK-2024.pdf03-JADUAL-BERBUKA-PUASA-SARAWAK-2024.pdf
03-JADUAL-BERBUKA-PUASA-SARAWAK-2024.pdfDRunDrun1
 
Two Thought-Provoking Tales ~Reflections (Eng. & Chi.).pdf
Two Thought-Provoking Tales ~Reflections (Eng. & Chi.).pdfTwo Thought-Provoking Tales ~Reflections (Eng. & Chi.).pdf
Two Thought-Provoking Tales ~Reflections (Eng. & Chi.).pdfOH TEIK BIN
 
Ecclesiastes 4: The Pursuit of Companionship.pptx
Ecclesiastes 4: The Pursuit of Companionship.pptxEcclesiastes 4: The Pursuit of Companionship.pptx
Ecclesiastes 4: The Pursuit of Companionship.pptxStephen Palm
 
如何办理密西西比大学毕业证书学位证书成绩单?
如何办理密西西比大学毕业证书学位证书成绩单?如何办理密西西比大学毕业证书学位证书成绩单?
如何办理密西西比大学毕业证书学位证书成绩单?azk5voih
 
Counseling Ethics in Astrology for better Mental Health
Counseling Ethics in Astrology for better Mental HealthCounseling Ethics in Astrology for better Mental Health
Counseling Ethics in Astrology for better Mental HealthBishal Ghimire
 

Recently uploaded (19)

Flyover: Part 2 - Review & The Gospel of Matthew
Flyover: Part 2 - Review & The Gospel of MatthewFlyover: Part 2 - Review & The Gospel of Matthew
Flyover: Part 2 - Review & The Gospel of Matthew
 
Medusa's Plight - The True Story of Medusa.pdf
Medusa's Plight - The True Story of Medusa.pdfMedusa's Plight - The True Story of Medusa.pdf
Medusa's Plight - The True Story of Medusa.pdf
 
The_Premise_Sundays_Sermon_March_10_2024
The_Premise_Sundays_Sermon_March_10_2024The_Premise_Sundays_Sermon_March_10_2024
The_Premise_Sundays_Sermon_March_10_2024
 
09 2 Peter 1v6 An Abundant Entrance Add Patience.pptx
09 2 Peter 1v6 An Abundant Entrance Add Patience.pptx09 2 Peter 1v6 An Abundant Entrance Add Patience.pptx
09 2 Peter 1v6 An Abundant Entrance Add Patience.pptx
 
El Camino Del Siervo Parte 3 Milagros Hasta La Cruz.ppt
El Camino Del Siervo Parte 3 Milagros Hasta La Cruz.pptEl Camino Del Siervo Parte 3 Milagros Hasta La Cruz.ppt
El Camino Del Siervo Parte 3 Milagros Hasta La Cruz.ppt
 
BENEDICTINE STEWARDSHIP PRESENTATION - LOUIS MALAYBALAY
BENEDICTINE STEWARDSHIP PRESENTATION - LOUIS MALAYBALAYBENEDICTINE STEWARDSHIP PRESENTATION - LOUIS MALAYBALAY
BENEDICTINE STEWARDSHIP PRESENTATION - LOUIS MALAYBALAY
 
Coptic Obedia
Coptic ObediaCoptic Obedia
Coptic Obedia
 
Coptic Joshua
Coptic JoshuaCoptic Joshua
Coptic Joshua
 
Discover the 5 Most Beautiful Mosques in UAE.pptx
Discover the 5 Most Beautiful Mosques in UAE.pptxDiscover the 5 Most Beautiful Mosques in UAE.pptx
Discover the 5 Most Beautiful Mosques in UAE.pptx
 
KNOW THE RIGHT WAY TO TAKE SEHRI AND IFTAR
KNOW THE RIGHT WAY TO TAKE SEHRI AND IFTARKNOW THE RIGHT WAY TO TAKE SEHRI AND IFTAR
KNOW THE RIGHT WAY TO TAKE SEHRI AND IFTAR
 
Astaunga Yoga Meditation yoga Living with Purpose.pdf
Astaunga Yoga Meditation yoga Living with Purpose.pdfAstaunga Yoga Meditation yoga Living with Purpose.pdf
Astaunga Yoga Meditation yoga Living with Purpose.pdf
 
Deerfoot Church of Christ Bulletin 3 17 24
Deerfoot Church of Christ Bulletin 3 17 24Deerfoot Church of Christ Bulletin 3 17 24
Deerfoot Church of Christ Bulletin 3 17 24
 
08 2 Peter 1:6 The Virtues of Abundance Add Temperance.pptx
08 2 Peter 1:6 The Virtues of Abundance Add Temperance.pptx08 2 Peter 1:6 The Virtues of Abundance Add Temperance.pptx
08 2 Peter 1:6 The Virtues of Abundance Add Temperance.pptx
 
Monthly Khazina-e-Ruhaniyaat March’2024 (Vol.14, Issue 11)
Monthly Khazina-e-Ruhaniyaat March’2024 (Vol.14, Issue 11)Monthly Khazina-e-Ruhaniyaat March’2024 (Vol.14, Issue 11)
Monthly Khazina-e-Ruhaniyaat March’2024 (Vol.14, Issue 11)
 
03-JADUAL-BERBUKA-PUASA-SARAWAK-2024.pdf
03-JADUAL-BERBUKA-PUASA-SARAWAK-2024.pdf03-JADUAL-BERBUKA-PUASA-SARAWAK-2024.pdf
03-JADUAL-BERBUKA-PUASA-SARAWAK-2024.pdf
 
Two Thought-Provoking Tales ~Reflections (Eng. & Chi.).pdf
Two Thought-Provoking Tales ~Reflections (Eng. & Chi.).pdfTwo Thought-Provoking Tales ~Reflections (Eng. & Chi.).pdf
Two Thought-Provoking Tales ~Reflections (Eng. & Chi.).pdf
 
Ecclesiastes 4: The Pursuit of Companionship.pptx
Ecclesiastes 4: The Pursuit of Companionship.pptxEcclesiastes 4: The Pursuit of Companionship.pptx
Ecclesiastes 4: The Pursuit of Companionship.pptx
 
如何办理密西西比大学毕业证书学位证书成绩单?
如何办理密西西比大学毕业证书学位证书成绩单?如何办理密西西比大学毕业证书学位证书成绩单?
如何办理密西西比大学毕业证书学位证书成绩单?
 
Counseling Ethics in Astrology for better Mental Health
Counseling Ethics in Astrology for better Mental HealthCounseling Ethics in Astrology for better Mental Health
Counseling Ethics in Astrology for better Mental Health
 

The murder of christ's forerunner may 26, 2013

  • 1. The Essential Jesus as Revealed in the Gospel of Mark
  • 4. The Essential Jesus as Revealed in the Gospel of Mark Today through June 30th
  • 6. Mark: A Quick Recap ▪ The author - “John Mark” - Mentioned 8 times in the NT -Was Roman (Marcus) - Close associate of Apostle Peter
  • 7. Mark: A Quick Recap ▪ The recipients – From evidence from within the book, it appears that Mark was writing his gospel primarily for a Roman audience.
  • 8. Mark: A Quick Recap ▪ “Signature” word: Mark uses a certain word 42 times in his gospel (a word used only 7 times in Matthew, twice in John and once in Luke) - “eutheos” = immediately, straightway
  • 9. Mark: A Quick Recap Mark’s emphasis in his gospel account is not so much on what Jesus taught as it is on what Jesus did! The Gospel of Mark contains : - Only 18 of the 70 parables of Jesus - Over half of the 35 miracles of Jesus
  • 10. Mark: A Quick Recap The Gospel of Mark is a fast-flowing narrative. Among the gospels it is the Gospel of Action!
  • 11. Gospel of Mark: Gospel of Action Who was his target audience? Romans!
  • 12. Gospel of Mark: Signature Word The Gospel of Mark is a fast-flowing narrative. Among the gospels it is the Gospel of Action! The Gospel of Mark is also the Gospel of Passion!
  • 13. Gospel of Mark: The Emotional Side of Jesus References to the emotions of Jesus: Matthew – 6 references Luke – 7 references John – 4 references Mark – 16 references to Jesus’ emotions!
  • 14. Gospel of Mark: Background The Gospel of Mark is the Gospel of Action and the Gospel of Passion! Very relevant to us in 21st century America as we tend to be both pragmatic and passionate!
  • 15. Gospel of Mark: Theme Verse and Structure Mark 10:45 “For even the Son of Man came not to be served but to serve, and to give his life as a ransom for many.”
  • 16. Mark 1:15-10:52 Mark 11:1-15:47 Mark 16:1-20 Mark 1:1-14 An informative PROLOGUE The Servant’s revelation to the world ACT 1 “Even the Son of Man did not come to be served, but to serve. . . ACT 2 and to give His life a ransom for many.” (10:45) The Servant’s serving The Servant’s sacrifice An incredible CONCLUSION The Servant’s resurrection from the tomb(3 ½ years) (8 months)
  • 17. Yr of Obscurity (Early Judean) Yr of Popularity (Early and Middle Galilean) Yr of Opposition (Later Galilean, Later Judean, Perean)
  • 18. The HEARTBEAT of Jesus’ ministry . . . the GOSPEL! Mark 1:14-15 Now after John was arrested, Jesus came into Galilee, proclaiming the gospel of God, and saying, “The time is fulfilled, and the kingdom of God is at hand; repent and believe in the gospel.”
  • 19. The HEARTBEAT of Jesus’ ministry . . . the GOSPEL! Mark 1:14-15 Now after John was arrested, Jesus came into Galilee, proclaiming the gospel of God, and saying, “The time is fulfilled, and the kingdom of God is at hand; repent and believe in the gospel.”
  • 20. The FOCUS of Jesus’ ministry . . . PEOPLE! “near” “far” -The disciples (apostles) -The Crowd
  • 21. Chapters 2-5: We see Jesus . . . - performing miracles - casting out demons - healing the sick - stilling a storm - even raising a girl from the dead - choosing theTwelve - teaching in parables
  • 22. Chapter 6 - vv. 1-6 – Jesus rejected by his home town - vv. 7-12 – Jesus sending out of the Twelve
  • 23. Mark 6:14-29 The Murder of Messiah’s Forerunner (a.k.a. “Set Up Man”)
  • 24. The Murder of Messiah’s Forerunner Mark 6:14a King Herod heard of it, for Jesus' name had become known.
  • 25. The Murder of Messiah’s Forerunner Mark 6:14b-15 Some said, “John the Baptist has been raised from the dead.That is why these miraculous powers are at work in him.” But others said, “He is Elijah.” And others said, “He is a prophet, like one of the prophets of old.”
  • 26. The Murder of Messiah’s Forerunner Mark 6:16 But when Herod heard of it, he said, “John, whom I beheaded, has been raised.”
  • 27. The Murder of Messiah’s Forerunner Mark 6:17-18 For it was Herod who had sent and seized John and bound him in prison for the sake of Herodias, his brother Philip's wife, because he had married her. For John had been saying to Herod, “It is not lawful for you to have your brother's wife.”
  • 31. The Herod FamilyTree Talk about one VERY twisted family tree!
  • 32. The Murder of Messiah’s Forerunner Mark 6:18 For John had been saying to Herod, “It is not lawful for you to have your brother's wife.”
  • 33. The Murder of Messiah’s Forerunner Mark 6:19-20 And Herodias had a grudge against him and wanted to put him to death. But she could not,for Herod feared John, knowing that he was a righteous and holy man, and he kept him safe.When he heard him, he was greatly perplexed, and yet he heard him gladly.
  • 34. The Murder of Messiah’s Forerunner Mark 6:21 But an opportunity came when Herod on his birthday gave a banquet for his nobles and military commanders and the leading men of Galilee.
  • 35. The Murder of Messiah’s Forerunner Mark 6:22-23 For when Herodias's daughter came in and danced, she pleased Herod and his guests. And the king said to the girl, “Ask me for whatever you wish, and I will give it to you.” And he vowed to her, “Whatever you ask me, I will give you, up to half of my kingdom.”
  • 36. The Murder of Messiah’s Forerunner Mark 6:24-25 And she went out and said to her mother, “For what should I ask?” And she said, “The head of John the Baptist.” And she came in immediately with haste to the king and asked, saying, “I want you to give me at once the head of John the Baptist on a platter.”
  • 37. The Murder of Messiah’s Forerunner Mark 6:26a And the king was exceedingly sorry . . .
  • 38. The Murder of Messiah’s Forerunner Mark 6:26-28 And the king was exceedingly sorry, but because of his oaths and his guests he did not want to break his word to her. And immediately the king sent an executioner with orders to bring John'shead. He went and beheaded him in the prison and brought his head on a platter and gave it to the girl, and the girl gave it to her mother.
  • 39. The Murder of Messiah’s Forerunner Mark 6:29 When his disciples heard of it, they came and took his body and laid it in a tomb.
  • 40. Today’sTakeaways WHY did Mark, who for the most part is so economical with his words, spend 15 verses in developing a story that had so little to do with Jesus?
  • 41. Today’sTakeaways “It is well worth the time (for Mark) to tell the story of someone who sacrificed his life because of his faithfulness. Many of Mark’s readers would be called to do the same.” (Michael Card)
  • 42. Today’sTakeaways 1. As John the Baptist lived and spoke God’s truth to his generation - so we must do the same, no matter what the cost might be!
  • 43. Today’sTakeaways 2. Since the pressure to compromise our faith is relentless, we must pray for the courage to say and to do what is right before God!
  • 44. Herod could have said . . . - “I promised you a gift … I did not promise to commit a crime . . . ” - “I promised to favorYOU, not your mother . . . ” -“I was wrong to make such a vow to murder a prophet of God let alone anyone for that matter . . . ” “. . . so ask me for something else!”
  • 45. Today’sTakeaways 2. Since the pressure to compromise our faith is relentless, we must pray for the courage to say and to do what is right before God!