Most Christian scholars agree that Mark’s gospel ends at Mark 16:8, “And they went out and fled from the tomb, for trembling and astonishment had seized them, and they said nothing to anyone, for they were afraid.” To understand what’s happening and the additional text beyond those verses in Mark, you have to understand that Mark is the first of the written gospels and it is Peter’s account. The Apostle Matthew then wrote his account and it is more fleshed out. The speculation, based on the evolution in copies of the Gospel of Mark is that later, Peter or John Mark added the additional material. Matthew serves as an extended sermon on Mark. Mark was the first written gospel, and Peter was trying to get his account into circulation for the masses, which is also why it does not begin with the birth of Christ but the start of His ministry.
People desperately need God. This morning I listened to Michael Shellenberger on Jordan Peterson's podcast. Shellenberger has come back to Christianity after straying. What he has to say, especially in the Daily Wire exclusive segment, is so telling. Then I read this article in The Free Press: "I'm 28. And I'm scheduled to die in May." How horrifying. Despair is permeating our society, and only God can get us out of it.
The “Christian scholars” who think Mark 16 ends at verse 8 are heretics and wrong…get a King James Authorized Version of the Bible rather than a translation that depends on the Westcott and Hort underlying text.
The Wescott and Hort translation is an abomination. Between that and Vaticanus 1209 a lot of errors are in "modern translations." But, God can get His message to people no matter what, so read what you want. I believe God could get His message to you if all you read was the phone book. That's not to say that's all we should read, but which translation you rely upon is not salvational. God bless and Godspeed.
Erick must think you belong to the "KJV Only" movement, fundamentalists who believe the 1611 KJV is God's chosen English translation and all others are works of the devil. I grew up on the KJV and read it to this day. It's remarkably accurate, and I love the poetic, Elizabethan language. I also like the Douay-Rheims Bible, which preceded the KJV by a few years. The D-R language is not so beautiful, but the translation from the Greek is quite good. Ironically, some traditional Catholics (like me) have been called "Douay-Rheims Onlyists" because of our attachment to this particular Bible. As for the modern translations, I prefer the Revised Standard Version over anything else, including the New RSV. I've found most "new" versions of any Bible to be inferior because of inclusive language and politically correct word choices.
I believe the KJV is the most accurate English translation today..it uses superior underlying texts; superior translators, and superior translation techniques (word-for word vs dynamic equivalency). I stand with David Cloud and his definition of 'King James Only' - https://www.wayoflife.org/database/king_james_only.html
Thank you, Erick, for sharing your knowledge of the Bible and for reminding us what’s really important. God is so good. He is risen, indeed. Enjoy your family on this precious Easter Day.
Everyone who has followed all the Blessings of this Easter Time given by Erick, have a Blessed Easter. And Erick, you and your family have a Blessed Easter and safe time with your family.
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People desperately need God. This morning I listened to Michael Shellenberger on Jordan Peterson's podcast. Shellenberger has come back to Christianity after straying. What he has to say, especially in the Daily Wire exclusive segment, is so telling. Then I read this article in The Free Press: "I'm 28. And I'm scheduled to die in May." How horrifying. Despair is permeating our society, and only God can get us out of it.
https://www.thefp.com/p/im-28-and-im-scheduled-to-die?utm_source=post-email-title&publication_id=260347&post_id=143138582&utm_campaign=email-post-title&isFreemail=false&r=e848q&triedRedirect=true&utm_medium=email
He is risen, indeed.
Have a blessed Easter, Erick. 🙏✝️🔥💗
He is risen, indeed. Have a great Easter Sunday and Spring Break, Erick.
Happy Easter!
Thank you Mr. Erickson.
We had an absolutely wonderful sermon and a beautiful service this morning. I wish you all could have been there.
To everyone out there have a blessed, happy, and safe Easter.
And to you Mr. Erickson, have a fun and safe time with your family. You will be missed.
Thanks
The “Christian scholars” who think Mark 16 ends at verse 8 are heretics and wrong…get a King James Authorized Version of the Bible rather than a translation that depends on the Westcott and Hort underlying text.
The Wescott and Hort translation is an abomination. Between that and Vaticanus 1209 a lot of errors are in "modern translations." But, God can get His message to people no matter what, so read what you want. I believe God could get His message to you if all you read was the phone book. That's not to say that's all we should read, but which translation you rely upon is not salvational. God bless and Godspeed.
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Not sure of your point here…please elaborate…
Erick must think you belong to the "KJV Only" movement, fundamentalists who believe the 1611 KJV is God's chosen English translation and all others are works of the devil. I grew up on the KJV and read it to this day. It's remarkably accurate, and I love the poetic, Elizabethan language. I also like the Douay-Rheims Bible, which preceded the KJV by a few years. The D-R language is not so beautiful, but the translation from the Greek is quite good. Ironically, some traditional Catholics (like me) have been called "Douay-Rheims Onlyists" because of our attachment to this particular Bible. As for the modern translations, I prefer the Revised Standard Version over anything else, including the New RSV. I've found most "new" versions of any Bible to be inferior because of inclusive language and politically correct word choices.
I believe the KJV is the most accurate English translation today..it uses superior underlying texts; superior translators, and superior translation techniques (word-for word vs dynamic equivalency). I stand with David Cloud and his definition of 'King James Only' - https://www.wayoflife.org/database/king_james_only.html
Thank you for this and all of the Holy Week messages. He is risen. He is risen, indeed.
Erick you are an educator and I am grateful for your good work.
Thank you.
Thank you, Erick, for sharing your knowledge of the Bible and for reminding us what’s really important. God is so good. He is risen, indeed. Enjoy your family on this precious Easter Day.
Gods blessings are upon us, all we must do is claim them. May he bless each of you beyond your imaginings and may He bless this country.
Everyone who has followed all the Blessings of this Easter Time given by Erick, have a Blessed Easter. And Erick, you and your family have a Blessed Easter and safe time with your family.
He is Risen indeed