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What do Christians believe about the suffering death and resurrection of Jesus as found in the Gospel of Mark?
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∙ 16y ago
Christians believe that it is an accurate historical record like the others. One difference might be that Mark probably got his information from Peter, who himself certainly was closely involved in events, whereas Matthew and John were certainly involved directly themselves. Luke, of course like Mark was not a direct eyewitness and probably got a lot of information from Paul and others. The details recorded in Mark show a contemporaneity with events, as well as his typical action style.
Most certainly there are no real contradictions between Mark and the other accounts -simply what you find in any other situation where people emphasize certain parts of a story. The important details, that Jesus died, was buried, and rose again are all present. Omissions and additions (in relation to the other three accounts) are not also contradictions, merely differences. Modern courts understand this principle.
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∙ 16y ago
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∙ 8y agoThat there will be suffering in this world because of it's love of the devil.
Catholics believe that suffering is one of the consequences of Original Sin, the original fall of Adam and Eve that caused mankind to lose the preternatural gifts of incorruptibility and indefectibility. As such, suffering is a punishment for sin, one that all are liable to even if it is not a result of one's own personal sin.However, Catholics also believe that suffering, though caused by evil and evil in itself as a deprivation, can be used for good and thus made to do good. Instead of grumbling or rebelling under suffering, Catholics offer it up to God in order to reprieve sin and its temporal consequences, both their own and those of others. Catholics thus are taught to offer their suffering up for the reparation of their own sins, the sins of others and for the holy souls in Purgatory, that they might be released sooner from their pains. To suffer with this intention is to turn it to good. This is why the saints are celebrated for their patience, courage and even happiness in suffering, since they understood and applied this doctrine so well despite the difficulties and natural repulsion we have to suffering.
Further, Catholics are not adverse to suffering and some pious souls even pray to suffer - if it is the Will of God - not only for the above reasons, but in order that they might better conform their lives to Jesus Christ Who suffered so much on Earth. As Thomas A Kempis puts it, "Many love Christ's heavenly kingdom, but few are they who will take up His cross". "The servant is not above the master," and so Catholics have a holy resignation to suffering, not only because it is a fact of life, but because it is the way to heaven.
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∙ 12y agoAnyone who dies in a state of mortal sin, at enmity with God, casts himself into hell, which is eternal separation from God.
At the moment of death we undergo the "particular judgment" when we face God, and, stripped of our mortal body, we realize what He is, and we are judged. All other desires are gone at this point, only our desire for God is there. Bottom line? God gives us what we earnestly desire most with our whole being, if we desire wanting God above EVERYTHING ELSE IN LIFE, then, we are going to obtain God after we are perfect. If we have wanted ANYTHING ELSE more than God, then we are in a state of sin and will be eternally frustrated and miserable.
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∙ 16y agoThat it happened, the same as all other Christians.
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∙ 12y agoYes, it is central to the church teachings
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What does the resurrection of Jesus Christ mean?
The earliest manuscripts of Mark's Gospel end at verse 16:8, with the young man saying that Jesus is risen, and the women fleeing in terror, telling no one. Clearly the resurrection is important, because the "Long Ending" (verses 16:9-25) was added much later to provide resurrection appearances. Although each gospel provides quite different accounts of just what happened after the resurrection of Jesus, Christians believe that the resurrection means that Jesus is the Son of God.
What were some of the major messages of St. Paul to the early Christians?
John and Paul like the apostles were teaching the gospel messages which is the life, death, and resurrection of Christ.
Why does the road to Emmaus help Jesus' followers believe in his resurrection?
In the Gospel of Luke, 13 - 53, two disciples of Jesus met, spoke and ate with him after his crucifixion and resurrection, then told others about the event. Jesus' followers believed the witnesses and so more readily believe in the resurrection themselves.
What did Christians believe maps were for?
For traveling to preach the Gospel in Christ. To visit, encourage, edify, and build up Christians in other lands. To plan where to plant and grow churches.
How do Christians use the Bible stories to support their beliefs?
A:There is no one Christian belief and no one way the Bible is used to support those beliefs. Some believe the Bible is literally true and infallible. Other Christians believe the Bible is spiritually true, although it contains some errors of history. By believing the Bible is essentially true in all important respects, Christians feel their beliefs are well founded. If God spoke to Abraham, as told in the Bible, then this supports the Christian faith. If you begin to doubt this story, you will begin to doubt your faith.The stories of the New Testament prove, to the satisfaction of every true Christian, that Jesus lived and was capable of performing miracles. The resurrection stories prove Jesus' divinity, because few Christians ever compare the stories in each of the gospels and wonder why they are so different. Evenfewer Christians realise that the original New Testament gospel, now known as Mark's Gospel, originally ended at verse 16:8 with no resurrection appearances at all. Mark's Gospel was not about the physical resurrection but about the promise that Jesus would soon return on clouds of glory. Acts of the Apostles says that the earliest Christians were willing to die for their faith, which means it must all be true.
What is gospel van?
A gospel is an account describing the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus of Nazareth. Gospel van is a van regarding the message regarding gospel.
What are the common stories in the gospel?
Death and Resurrection of Jesus Christ
What do you call the life deah resurrection and the ascension of Jesus?
The Gospel.
What does the term the gospel mean to early christians?
"Gospel" means "The good news"
What are the aims of the gospel to Christians?
Christians aim at stopping unsaved people from going to hell by spreading the Gospel (Jesus' death on the cross for our sins).
Why do Christians take Matthew's Gospel literally?
First and foremost, many Christians still believe that the Gospel of Matthew was actually written by the disciple, Matthew. They believe that as an eyewitness, Matthew was well placed to write down what really happened in the life and mission of Jesus.Even when Christians are aware that Matthew was originally anonymous and only speculatively attributed to the apostle Matthew later in the second century, they realise that it was largely based on Mark's Gospel and the 'Q' document. They believe that Mark's Gospel is literally true and that Q faithfully records further sayings spoken by Jesus, so therefore Matthew can also be read literally.However some Christians recognise that the nativity story in Matthew is not literally true and that, at least in this instance, the author was writing Christian midrash.
Do Christians disagree with Mark's Gospel?
Yes, Christians may have different interpretations or perspectives on the content of Mark's Gospel due to theological or historical differences. However, Mark's Gospel is regarded as an important and foundational text in the Christian faith.
