The World Rejects the Truth
In Mark 6, we find a literary intercalation. The Gospel author sandwiches the account of John the Baptist's death between the account of the first mission given to the twelve apostles. Herod tragically chose to preserve his worldly reputation over embracing the truth. This stands in sharp contrast to John the Baptist's unwavering faithfulness, even unto death. John's martyrdom serves as both a foreshadowing of Christ's own death and a sobering preview of what faithful gospel proclamation will cost the disciples. The lesson is clear. In Mark 8, Jesus says that whoever seeks to save his life…
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