A Markan Sandwich - Disciples on Mission - John in Prison

Published: July 6, 2024, 2:10 p.m.

Mark mixes two stories together, another example of his 'sandwich' technique. The brutal story of the death of John the Baptist is inserted into the story of twelve disciples going on their first mission trip. Through the mixing of these stories, Mark reveals powerful truths about discipleship and mission. What is the sign of spiritual success, anyway?