1. What is a Gospel? To understand the meaning of “gospel” To explain why Mark wrote his gospel To evaluate how the gospel is “good news”

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1. What is a Gospel? To understand the meaning of “gospel” To explain why Mark wrote his gospel To evaluate how the gospel is “good news”

The word “Gospel” means… Go spread the word God spell Good news God’s word 1.Explain what the word “gospel” means. 2.Write out Mark 1:1 3.Explain what the “good news” is that the gospel will be telling us *Learn Mk 1:1 & test your partner! Read Mark 1:1 - What is the “good news” of ?

Define and explain what is meant by the “Gospel” (2 marks)

If you were going to tell people about the “Good News” of Jesus, how would you write it? A.Every detail you can find out B.A diary account, as if you were Jesus writing it C.Just write lots of facts & dates D.Like the biography of a famous person E.be selective: only include info that shows Jesus is special Mark wrote “from faith, for faith” Did Mark make the right decision to write like this? Why did he write anything down at all?

The symbol of St Mark’s gospel is a lion. But he is also often shown looking up to heaven...why? Draw your own version of the picture. Explain why Christians would believe and accept what Mark’s authority.

Exam Q Explain how and why Mark is different from modern biography.