Scholars since the 19th century have regarded Mark as the first of the gospels (called the theory of Markan priority). Markan priority led to the belief that Mark must be the most reliable of the gospels, but today there is a large consensus that the author of Mark was not intending to write history.

What is the difference between the Gospel of John and Luke?

Unlike Lukes gospel, Johns writing style is simply plain direct and literal as he had had 70 years from Jesus death and resurrection to reflect upon what Jesus had said and done. Moreover, Johns gospel portrays Christ as the “son of God” and is the one who reveals the Lord to us.

What are the 4 portraits of Jesus?

As portraits, they present four different poses of one unique personality. Matthew by the Holy Spirit presents Christ as King, Mark as Servant, Luke as Man, and John as God.

What is unique about Johns gospel?

Johns gospel is different from the other three in the New Testament. That fact has been recognized since the early church itself. Already by the year 200, Johns gospel was called the spiritual gospel precisely because it told the story of Jesus in symbolic ways that differ sharply at times from the other three.

How is Jesus presented in the four Gospels?

The Gospels recount the story of Jesus Christ, each of the four books giving us a unique perspective on his life. Lukes Gospel was written to give a reliable and precise record of Jesus Christs life, revealing not only his humanity but his perfection as a human. Luke portrays Jesus as Savior of all people.