Leviticus 23-24, Mark 1:1-22 •Key Verses: Mark 1:14-15
The preaching of Jesus is described as “proclaiming the good news of God” (v. 14). The Gospel
is the Good News of God. Specifically, it is what Jesus preached about God. What He had to say
is indeed good news.
David Garland observes that “preaching the gospel today is not simply giving testimony to
timeless truths, providing tips on successful living from pop psychology, or regaling
congregations with entertaining stories designed to make them feel good about themselves and
the preacher” (The NIV Application Commentary: Mark, p. 62). To learn what the Gospel is, one
needs look no further than the next verse.
“The time has come.” No more delay in the working out of God's plan.
“The kingdom of God is near.” No more distance. The kingdom is not far off but at hand.
“Repent and believe,” No more doubt.
Repentance is a change of mind that brings about a change of life. Jesus included the need to
believe. A disciple is not just a morally good person but also believes in Jesus.
This is the good news about believing in Jesus. Through His death, burial and resurrection, He
paid completely the penalty for our sin. There is no better news than this!
Do you ever share good news with others? Of course you do. Today tell someone the good news
about Jesus.
Woodrow Kroll & Tony Beckett
www.backtothebible.in