Mark and Mathews Presentation of Jesus Disciples
Jesus' way. There are numerous martyrs that are emerging today than ever before in Christian history. Indeed, Jesus' followers are still confronted with evil forces, great misunderstandings and die for the cause of Christ. Mark points out that suffering is not about denial of one's status in the eyes of God or his people. Mark, however, does not intend to exalt suffering by insinuating that it is the only hallmark of a faithful disciple.[footnoteRef:7] [7: P. Achemeier, Introducing the New Testament: Its Literature and Theology (Grand Rapids, MI: William B. Eerdmans Publishing Co. 2001), 146.] Mark is only trying to warn the believers that… Continue Reading...