The narrative theology of Mark 6

Mark continues to tell his story about Jesus and his ministry, doing his theology in and through his narrative. As with the previous chapter, we see how Mark offers us a carefully crafted, yet compact, account of the impact of Jesus on those around him, and it is striking how Mark’s narrative theology makes connections … Continue Reading

The narrative artistry of Mark 5

The early chapters of Markโ€™s gospel took us on a breath-taking, roller-coaster ride through the early stages of Jesusโ€™ ministry. We were offered summary accounts of a typical day in Jesusโ€™ life, showing his dynamic power in preaching and healing, and the impact that he made. This included drawing crowds who longed to hear his … Continue Reading