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NASB | Mark 1:1 The beginning of the gospel of Jesus Christ, the Son of God. |
AMPLIFIED 2015 | Mark 1:1 The beginning of the [facts regarding the] good news of Jesus Christ, the Son of God. |
Bible Question:
how is John the Baptist’s ministry is related to Jesus’ ministry and Mark’s purpose. Explanation of the significance of the “Son of God” title – especially in Mark’s gospel. ? Some explanation of the meaning of John’s baptism. ? What does John means by “baptism of the Holy Spirit?” |
Bible Answer: Harper- Scripture tells us that John’s baptism was a baptism of “repentance”. Mt 3:1-2 NASB95 Now in those days John the Baptist came, preaching in the wilderness of Judea, saying, “REPENT, for the kingdom of heaven is at hand.” (emphasis added) Lk 3:2-3 NASB95 in the high priesthood of Annas and Caiaphas, the word of God came to John, the son of Zacharias, in the wilderness. And he came into all the district around the Jordan, preaching a baptism of repentance for the forgiveness of sins; God bless, Jeff |