June 24, 2012: It’s No Secret – Michael Hidalgo

Throughout the book of Mark Jesus continually told people to “Not say anything.” This is in regard to healings, miracles, or about his true identity as Messiah. The reader of the gospel is forced to wrestle through this seemingly “cryptic” command. Over the centuries scholars and theologians have referred to this theme in the book as the “Markan Secret.”

In the last verses of the book Jesus, who had been crucified, raises from the dead. Three women discover the empty tomb and are greeted by an angel who tells them what has happened. Finally we see the words “go, tell …” At last! Everyone will know who Jesus is … yet Mark finishes his gospel on a devastating note. “They said nothing to anyone, because they were afraid. 

This is the final statement for us to consider together. Asking ourselves the question – “Will we go and tell?”