An expert guide from Galillee to Jerusalem

This new resource examines the major literary units of Mark's Gospel with an eye toward helping the pastor in sermon preparation. Rather than major themes, Thurston guides the reader through the lectionary readings and how Mark's work offers a wealth of materials for Christian life and reflection.

Table of Contents

Abbreviations

Preface

Acknowledgments

Introduction

1. The Prologue and Typical Features of Jesus' Ministry

   Mark 1:1-39

2. The Opposition in Galilee

   Mark 1:40—3:35

3. The Parables: The Substance of Jesus' Message

   Mark 4:1-34

4. The Miracles: The Extent of Jesus' Power

   Mark 4:35—5:43

5. The Ministry around Capernaum

   Mark 6:1—8:21

6. The Journey to Jerusalem and Discipleship Teaching

   Mark 8:22—10:52

7. The Ministry around Jerusalem

   Mark 11–13

8. The Passion and Resurrection

   Mark 14–16

   Appendix 1: Lectionaries

   Appendix 2: Helps for Preaching Mark

   Notes

   Scripture Index