walking with Jesus
The New Testament book of Mark records the apostle Peter's account of walking with Jesus. It's likely the earliest of the four Gospels. It was composed as the first century Christ-followers began to suspect Jesus was not going to return during their lifetimes. God the Holy Spirit inspired Peter to compose his account of living with Jesus as one of His chosen apostles. Mark was Peter's editor, completing the book after Peter was executed.
Mark was composed soon after Peter's death, probably about 60CE. Copies were quickly circulated among Christians, and were often reproduced and circulated more widely. As the first written account of the life of Jesus, it became—according to William Barclay—"the most important book in the world."
The Gospel of Mark races through Jesus' life by connecting a series of short, vivid, eyewitness accounts of Jesus' activity. These short stories are skillfully crafted in remarkable, inspired ways. The stories are organized more thematically than chronologically. The Gospel of Mark reveals Christ's unfolding ministry: Preparation. Proclamation. Completion. And projects a vision, revealing who Jesus truly is.
The book of Mark concludes with a mystery. Following Jesus' crucifixion women visit His tomb and discover His body missing. In the tomb an angel materializes: "Fear not! You came looking for Jesus from Nazareth who was crucified. He has risen! He is not here. Go! Tell His disciples and Peter, 'He is going ahead of you into Galilee. There you will see Him, just as He told you.'" Trembling with fear and confusion the women fled Jesus' empty tomb, but said nothing to anyone.
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