What can a study of Marks Gospel tell Christians about what it means to be a disciple?

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What can a study of Marks Gospel tell Christians about what it means to be a disciple?

Jesus chose twelve disciples to be with him, so that he could prepare them to continue his mission without his help for when he leaves them to go to his father.?

"Come with me, and I will teach you to catch people."

By studying Marks Gospel, Mark tells us that discipleship means to be a committed follower of Christ and to follow the ways and teachings of Jesus, even when it becomes challenging, difficult and a big responsibility.

The disciples were asked to give up a lot. They were asked to follow Jesus wherever he went, to leave their families, to leave most of their belongings and give up all of their riches and luxuries. But in return, Jesus assured the disciples that they would have a place, in the kingdom of God.

Although the disciples were individuals from different backgrounds, their personalities were similar, so Jesus was able to bring them together and surround them in a circle of love and trust. This enabled them to work as a community and