Lexham Academic (April 26, 2023)
English
200 pages
ISBN-10 : 1683595610
ISBN-13 : 978-1683595618
The Gospel According to Mark is one of the writings that does not go unnoticed due to its testimony about Jesus Christ. From the early Church fathers to the present day, many have found encouragement, exhortation, and solace in the words that Mark records.
With the same astonishment, this book titled "A Ransom for Many" has been written not only to understand why Mark 10:45 is a key verse for comprehending the entire Gospel according to Mark, but also to present introductory and exegetical matters about the Gospel in a profound and accessible way for every reader.
In six chapters, Lee & Brueske bring us closer to important matters such as the occasion of the writing of the Gospel according to Mark, its purpose, and how all of this and more connects with chapter 10, verse 45. The central thesis is that "Mark 10:45 is not just one verse among many; it is a key verse for understanding Mark." [1]
Now, why and how do the authors arrive at this conclusion? This is a question that is extensively addressed in chapter 5, in which not only the role of the verse is shown, but also the message it conveys according to Mark's testimony.
It is essential to mention that this book is not limited to an expository or exegetical level, but readers will also find in the final part how Mark's message is applicable to our lives. One of the applications that impacted me the most was: "Whoever wants to follow the crucified Messiah must also follow his model of profound servanthood." [2]
This book will be very beneficial for exposing the Gospel according to Mark, but not only that, it will allow us to contemplate the glory of the Lord's ransom, a matter that is extensively addressed.
[1]Lee, J. J. R.,
& Brueske, D. (2023). A Ransom for Many: Mark 10:45 as a Key to the Gospel
(pp. 1-2). Lexham Academic.
[2] (p. 138)
