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Mark 1 Summary
The Gospel Begins: Baptism Temptation and First Calls
Mark opens with breathless urgency: the beginning of the gospel of Jesus Christ, Son of God. John baptizes; Jesus is baptized and the Spirit descends. Immediately he is driven into the wilderness. Immediately he calls fishermen who immediately leave their nets. He heals, casts out demons, and preaches in the synagogues.
Key themes
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Key verses
Mark 1:1
“The beginning of the gospel of Jesus Christ, the Son of God;”
Mark 1:15
“And saying, The time is fulfilled, and the kingdom of God is at hand: repent ye, and believe the gospel.”
Mark 1:17
“And Jesus said unto them, Come ye after me, and I will make you to become fishers of men.”
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