Messianic Checkpoint #2 - The Gospel of Mark

No readings today, but another break from the Old Testament with a look by Fr. Mike Schmitz and Jeff Cavins at the Gospel of Mark.

As the BIY Companion, Vol II, notes:

Mark is the shortest of the Gospels, and some scholars believe it was the first to be written. Mark's explanation of Jewish customs suggests that his Gospel was intended for Gentile Christians. Matthew, Mark, and Luke are called the "synoptic Gospels," as all three share similar content... Jesus' faithfulness to the will of the Father will become the model for his disciples. In contrast to picking up arms and fighting the political system of the day, Jesus calls all who follow him to deny themselves, pick up their cross, and come after him. What Mark proclaims is foolishness to some but life for those who both believe and walk in the truth. (p. 71)

That's all for today!