Mark's portrayal of Jesus as a man of passion and action is well defined in this commentary. Mark has a clear beginning, but no true ascertainable ending. Some speculate this is due to Mark's focus remaining solidly on Christ. David E. Garland brings these concepts to life and transverses the bridge of culture to speak to us today.
The NIV Application Commentary Series helps bring both halves of the interpretive task together. This unique, award-winning series shows readers how to bring an ancient message into our postmodern context. It explains not only what the Bible meant but also how it speaks powerfully today.
