It begins not with the birth of Jesus but with the beginning of Jesus’ public ministry (his baptism). Also Mark begins where malachi leaves off. Malachi prophesies of one who is to come and prepare the way for the Messiah. He names him Elijah. Mark picks up that theme and recognizes John the Baptist as the Elijah. Also Mark reads at a much faster pace. A lot happens in just a few verses.For whom was the Sabbath made?
Who are Jesus' brothers and sisters?The Sabbath was made for man, not man for the Sabbath. The day was provided for our rest and refreshment. It was provided so that we might refuel not only our physical life but also our spiritual life. It was provided for our benefit. We were not provided for the benefit of the Sabbath.
Jesus looked around and claimed all those who do the will of the father are his brothers and sisters. Jesus’ family was trying to get him to come home. They thought he had gone off the deep end. They were concerned about their reputation as much as they were concerned about Jesus. They were trying to put him quietly away.
The growth of God's kingdom has small beginnings like what kind of seed?
What did Jesus do that moved the disciples to ask, "Who then is this..."?
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