The Heart of a Servant

“What It Means to Follow the Master” Mark 1:1-11

“For even the Son of Man did not come to be served, but to serve, and to give His life a ransom for many.” Mk. 10:45

I. A VOICE in the Wilderness (Mk. 1:1-8)

Most Bible teachers agree that Mark is the ________ of the Gospels written by John Mark, a close friend of the Apostle Peter. cf. 1 Pet. 5:13; Col. 4:10 Mark’s focus is more on Jesus’ ________ than teaching, emphasizing His service & sacrifice. cf. 8:31; 10:45 Instead of starting with Jesus’ birth, Mark begins with the ministry of John the Baptist, the ___________. John the Baptist’s ministry was predicted by Isaiah & Malachi to “make ________ the way of the Lord.” John’s witness was __________ though His words were harsh, yet his following was vast!! cf. Mt. 3:7-8; Jn. 3:30

“The reason John was such an effective witness is that he embodied his message.” R. Kent Hughes

His message focused on _______________ from sin, confession & forgiveness. cf. Mt. 3:2, 7-12; Lk. 3:7-17

II. A VOICE out of Heaven (Mk. 1:9-11)

Note that Jesus came forth from ___________, an obscure village with a less than favorable reputation. cf. Mk. 1:9; Jn. 1:46 Jesus was ___________ by John in the Jordan River as He associated Himself with sinners & the cross. God the Father & God the Holy Spirit both affirmed the identity of Jesus as ____________! cf. Mk. 1:10-11

“The Gospel is neither a discussion nor a debate. It is an Announcement!” Paul S. Rees

FYI – The “gospel” means “Good News,” but how good, “good news” is, depends on how __________ one’s Need is!

Practical Application:

Boldness – Mt. 3:7-8; Eph. 6:19-20
Repentance – Mk. 1:4; Mt. 3:2; 2 Cor. 7:8-10
Baptism – Mk. 1:4, 9; Mt. 28:18-20

Appointments with God

The HEART of a SERVANT Mark 1:1-11

Monday, February 20^th