Christology and discipleship in the gospel of mark

Recently, new testament scholar michael bird sparked an online debate when he offered his summary of mark s christology. Separated in many sections, the bible includes four gospels by four different authors that tell stories, miracles, parables, teaching and stories telling the world on jesus life. This was the human name of the one who in a few instances is designated jesus of nazareth. Christology and discipleship in the gospel of john. Cambridge core biblical studies new testament christology and discipleship in the gospel of mark by suzanne watts henderson. Mark does tell the story of jesus in a manner that underscores gods special designation of this beloved son mk. Suzanne watts henderson exploring the interrelated topics of christology and discipleship within the apocalyptic context of mark s gospel, indicate that the disciples failed to understand not just jesus messianic identity. Do they draw enough attention to jesus view of discipleship.

Christology and discipleship in the gospel of mark by suzanne watts henderson march 2006. Jul 18, 2012 although the climax of mark s gospel is often considered to be peters confession, the gospel s high point for me is the confession of the roman centurion at the foot of the cross. He begins with a solid foundation of the historical significance of the chosen genre for the gospel of mark then dives into a thorough discussion of the double crises of how we perceive ourselves and god. Accepting such a view, the remainder of the essay will examine some distinctive and shared aspects of the christology of the gospel. Papias cited in eusebius, church history, 3, 39 15, who claims to get his information from the apostle john. Used by workplace christians, pastors and scholars. Christology and discipleship in the gospel of mark ebook. Read online christology and discipleship in the gospel of mark book pdf free download link book now. Thus, the theme of discipleship is integrally linked to christology in the gospel of mark telford 1995.

From the outset, then, marks jesusthe christenlists his. Indeed, we could say this about all four of the canonical gospels. Eight core characteristics of all true disciples are detailed. Christology and discipleship in the gospel of matthew audible audio edition. Although the climax of mark s gospel is often considered to be peters confession, the gospel s high point for me is the confession of the roman centurion at the foot of the cross.

Christology and discipleship in the gospel of mark pdf book. Person nature and role of christ in the gospel of mark christology is the branch of christian theology relating to the person, nature, and role of christ. Roman oppression led to numerous jewish uprisings, involving great bloodshed. Christology and discipleship in light of mark s apocalyptic gospel as etienne trocme has observed, in mark, more than any of the other gospels, jesus is everywhere in the company of his disciples. Christology and discipleship in the gospel of mark by. In some features john agrees with the q vorlage of this episode more than with mark. Cambridge core theology christology and discipleship in the gospel of mark by suzanne watts henderson skip to main content accessibility help we use cookies to distinguish you from other users and to provide you with a better experience on our websites. Throughout the gospel mark records direct interactions between jesus and his. Bibliography christology and discipleship in the gospel of mark. Christology and discipleship in the gospel of mark exploringtheinterrelatedtopicsof christologyand discipleship within the apocalyptic context of mark s gospel, henderson focuses on six passages. The implications of this for mark s gospel as a whole are to situate mark s christological claims within the broader context of the apocalyptic gospel of god.

Summoned at the outset of his ministry, those who come after jesus repeatedly bear witness to activities that characterize his earthly mission. Bayer builds on reformed premises from john calvin and martin luther in this study of discipleship in the book of mark. It also illuminates the relationship between mark s jesus and his followers as those who carry forward his own. Focusing on six passages that highlight jesus interaction with his followers, henderson frames her readers understanding of both jesus and his disciples in the context of mark. Suzanne watts henderson an exploration of the topic of discipleship in mark s gospel as it relates to jesus own mission and purpose. The christology of the gospel of mark has been and continues to be a point of debate among biblical scholars and theologians. Discipleship in mark discipleship is defined in the shadow of the cross. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading christology and discipleship in the gospel of mark society for new testament studies. Mark s theology is a record of history written in narrative style.

Christology and discipleship have largely remained separate categories in markan scholarship. The gospel of mark teaches about the person and acts of god as revealed in the words and works of his son, jesus christ. Christology and discipleship in the gospel of mark by suzanne watts henderson march 2006 skip to main content accessibility help we use cookies to distinguish you from other users and to provide you with a better experience on our websites. In this book bayer presents a theology of the gospel of mark that focuses on christology and authentic discipleship. We have looked at the centrality of the theme of the kingdom for the teaching of jesus. He has published a number of books and articles on the gospel of mark, both in english and german. Mark is a gospel of action, calling the first christians to discipleship and encouraging them to have faith even amidst suffering and oppression. This theology is a biblical theology that focuses primarily on mark s gospel with an eye to the rest of scripture.

The issue of the date of mark is made more complex, however, by the discovery and interpretation of the secret gospel of. Felix just, sj phd, yale university, you will explore marks vivid portrayal of jesus and his disciples. Discipleship the final emphasis in mark, and in some ways the major emphasis along with christology, is the discipleship motif. Christology and discipleship in the gospel of mark book. Together, these passages indicate that the disciples failed to understand. This lends coherence to mark s bifocal interest in miracle and passion. Christology and discipleship in the gospel of luke audiobook. Not only is this the best book i have ever read on the theology of mark s gospel, its also my new favorite on the nature and rhythms of gospel centered discipleship. Exploring the interrelated topics of christology and discipleship within the apocalyptic context of marks gospel, henderson focuses on six passages.

Finally, the romans destroyed jerusalem and burned the temple in 70 ce. Explore free resources providing a biblical perspective on faith and work. This study provides a commentary on the gospel of mark that underlines kinship as the nexus between christology jesus and his kinship with god and discipleship jesus and his kinship with disciples. Whoever wishes to come after me must deny himself, take up his cross, and follow me. Felix just, sj phd, yale university, you will explore mark s vivid portrayal of jesus and his disciples. The gospel according to mark was the first gospel written meaning it was the beginning of the good news of jesus, the son of god. Download christology and discipleship in the gospel of mark book pdf free download link or read online here in pdf. Of particular importance is bayers argument that denial of self is not selfabasement, but surrender of selfdetermination and control. Christology and discipleship in the gospel of mark by suzanne.

Christology and discipleship in the gospel of mark kindle edition by kathleen elizabeth mills, warren carter. Discipleship in the gospel of mark global christian center. Prime members enjoy free twoday delivery and exclusive access to music, movies, tv shows, original audio series. Discipleship in the gospel of mark marvin meyer ctj 37 2002. Prime members enjoy free twoday delivery and exclusive access to music, movies, tv shows, original audio series, and kindle books. Christology and discipleship in the gospel of mark by suzanne watts henderson, 9780521859066, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide. Suzanne watts henderson, christology and discipleship in the gospel of mark cambridge university press, 2006, 63. Marks theology is a record of history written in narrative style.

Mark constantly shows men, common people, leaders, and disciples, in the conflict of decision. Using the gospel of mark as a template, bayer examines the heart of genuine christian discipleship as exemplified and enabled by christ. Christology and discipleship in the gospel of luke. Mark wrote his gospel sometime during or soon after the roman jewish war in 6674 ce. Christology and discipleship in the gospel of mark researchgate.

Christology and discipleship in the gospel of mark by felix. The intent here is not to supplant either a christological reading of marks gospel or an interpretive emphasis on the cost of discipleship. Christology and discipleship in the gospel of mark. Kingdom and discipleship mark 14, 6, 8 bible commentary. The dynamic between christology and authentic discipleship hans bayerexplores jesus approach to discipleship showing how godperception and selfperception simultaneously shaped the gospel result in reconciled relationships and radical discipleship. I could go on and on about hans bayers new book, a theology of mark. An exploration of the topic of discipleship in mark s gospel as it relates to jesus own mission and purpose. An exploration of christology in the gospel of mark and the examination of a supposed dichotomy between john and the other evangelists. Christology and discipleship in the gospel of mark henderson, suzanne watts cambridge. The christology of mark is sometimes considered only in terms of the titles ascribed to jesus within the text. Here, mark s christology and its implications are embodied in an unforgettable scene in which mark s narrative style of presenting theology reaches its dramatic height.

Christology and discipleship in the gospel of mark society for new testament studies monograph series book 5 kindle edition by henderson, suzanne watts. Christology and discipleship in the gospel of matthew. Society for new testament studies monograph series no. For further details refer to suzanne watts hendersen, christology and discipleship in the gospel of mark, series. Focusing on six passages that highlight jesus interaction with his followers, henderson frames her readers understanding of both jesus and his disciples in the context of mark s decidedly apocalyptic worldview. Jesusfollower by kenny burchard mar 15, 2014 discipleship, practical theology ive been thinking a good deal about the concept of discipleship that emerges in lukes gospel so that i can sharpen my own understanding of the call to a life of discipleship. For mark, discipleship meant much more than endlessly.

Christology and discipleship in the gospel of mark society for new testament studies monograph series henderson, suzanne watts on. Mark, theology of bakers evangelical dictionary of. Christology and discipleship in the gospel of mark society for new testament studies monograph series set up a giveaway. Christology and discipleship in the gospel of mark society for new testament studies monograph series book 5 ebook. Suzanne watts henderson cv queens university of charlotte. Mar 01, 2006 christology and discipleship in the gospel of mark book. Christology and discipleship in the gospel of mark semantic scholar.

The appearance of a possessed man in the synagogue pro. An exegetical study of the christology of mark skresearch. Not only is this the best book i have ever read on the theology of marks gospel, its also my new favorite on the nature and rhythms of gospelcentered discipleship. Christology and discipleship in the gospel of mark exploringtheinterrelatedtopicsof christologyand discipleship within the apocalyptic context of marks gospel. The correct christology of jesus that mark presents in his gospel as drawn from the prophet isaiah. Search for library items search for lists search for contacts search for a library. Focusing on six passages that highlight jesus interaction with his followers, henderson. Download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc, phones or tablets. The purpose of this essay is to examine how mark presents a theological interpretation of the person and work of jesus of nazareth 1 the gospel of mark is now considered the most ancient of the synoptic gospels and is much more highly regarded than it once was.

What jesus taught about himself this is tape 3 in the series on the theology of the gospels. Along with this general use of the human name, jesus, there is a frank and realistic presentation of jesus as human. Learn vocabulary, terms, and more with flashcards, games, and other study tools. Each gospel has similarities and differences in many aspects, but they all have a common end. As etienne trocme has observed, in mark, more than any of the other gospels, jesus is everywhere in the company of his disciples. Together, these passages indicate that the disciples failed to understand not just jesus. Kingdom and discipleship mark 14, 6, 8 bible commentary produced by tow project the beginning of the gospel mark 1. Christology and discipleship in the gospel of mark society. The common name for christ in marks gospel is simply jesus. Discipleship and minor characters in mark s gospel 337. Christology and discipleship in the gospel of mark exploringtheinterrelatedtopicsof christologyand discipleship within the apocalyptic context of mark s gospel.