The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz) Day 154: The Baptism of Jesus (2024)
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Jun 2, 2024 Exploring Mark's unique Gospel style, the podcast delves into Jesus' baptism by John, miracles, authority over evil spirits, and encounters with skeptics. It also covers Jesus' forgiveness of sins, interactions with tax collectors, teachings on fasting and Sabbath, and reflections on faith and righteousness from Psalm 11.
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Mark's Gospel: Short and Action-Packed
- Mark is the shortest Gospel, offering a fast-paced, action-packed narrative.
- It's known for its immediacy and use of the word "immediately."
Synoptic Gospels
- Mark, Matthew, and Luke are synoptic Gospels, meaning they share similarities.
- Scholars believe Mark served as a template for Matthew and Luke.
Past and Present Tense in Mark
- Mark frequently switches between past and present tense in his writing.
- This emphasizes the ongoing present reality of Jesus's actions and words.