1. MIKE MAZZALONGO Introduction and Background 1

2. Background Oral period – 33-60 A.D. Written Period – 60-100 A.D. *Mark – 60-70 A.D.

3. Inspiration 1. Bible claims inspiration But the Helper, the Holy Spirit, whom the Father will send in My name, He will teach you all things, and bring to your remembrance all that I said to you. -John 14:26

4. All Scripture is inspired by God and profitable for teaching, for reproof, for correction, for training in righteousness; - II Tim. 3:16 But know this first of all, that no prophecy of Scripture is a matter of one’s own interpretation, for no prophecy was ever made by an act of human will, but men moved by the Holy Spirit spoke from God. - II Peter 1:20-21

5. Inspiration 1.Bible claims inspiration 2. Fulfilled prophecy

6. Inspiration 1.Bible claims inspiration 2.Fulfilled prophecy 3. Quality

7. Mark – Timeline 30-40 A.D. Mary/Jerusalem

8. Mark – Timeline 40-50 A.D. Saul/Barnabas 1 st missionary journey Dispute with Paul

9. Mark – Timeline 56-60 A.D. Restored fellowship Ministry with Paul

10. Mark – Timeline 60-70 A.D. Secretary to Peter

11. Early church leaders confirm that Mark’s gospel was widely accepted and circulated in the – Apostolic age -Papias – 115 A.D. -Clement – 180 A.D. -Origen – 225 A.D.

12. Criteria for Acceptance 1.Had to be apostle, disciple 2.Doctrinal soundness; historical accuracy; authentic work 3.Acceptance by early church

13. Mark - Text Historical narrative Christ-centered Action and reaction

14. Mark - Text Short and to the point Forces decision Theme “Jesus is Divine”

15. Outline 1.Introduction of divine Jesus – 1:1-13 2.Proof of His divinity: teaching and miracles – 1:14 – 8:20 3.Proof of His divinity: death and resurrection – 8:27 – 16:20

16. Uses for Mark A.Gospel to the world B.Good “first book for non-Bible reader