As Mark continues to explain the gospel of Jesus, the true Son of God, he gives us a sample of the teaching of Jesus in the kingdom parables given here in Mark 4. Jesus first gives us the parable of the sower, and explains the manner in which people receive the message of the word he is teaching. Throughout these teachings, it is clear that Jesus is calling people to hear him, to listen to his instruction and genuinely consider its implications. To truly comprehend the truths of the kingdom, you must genuinely listen and grasp their truths. Hearing is essential for understanding. Jesus calls his audience to hear. Are you listening to the meaning of his words?
The gospel of Mark focuses on the gospel of Jesus, who is the Son of God. Jesus is the Christ, the promised one from God. Mark refers to Jesus as the Son of Man, emphasizing his humanity and the Son of God which emphasizes his deity. The influence of Peter or the teaching of Peter is the foundation of the gospel of Mark. Mark writes to explain Jesus to unbelievers and to call believers to know him and live like him. Mark emphasizes Jesus as a servant, a quality believers should emulate. Mark also emphasizes the discipleship of Jesus. Jesus discipled his followers. Mark hopes to demonstrate the good news (gospel) of Jesus to the world, because he is the Son of God.
