As Mark continues to introduce Jesus to unbelievers and remind believers of all Jesus did, he shows us throughout this section the humble service of Jesus. Jesus gently cares for Peter's mother-in-law and has compassion on a leper, in the middle of the synogogue. Jesus remains committed to the mission given by the Father. As followers of Jesus, we must emulate him by humbly serving others and staying focused on his mission for the world.
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.
