In addition to the New International Version of the Bible (2011, Biblica), the following resources were used to help write this message: Frederick Buechner, Peculiar Treasures, pp. 69-71; William Hendriksen, The Gospel of Mark in the New Testament Commentary, pp. 31-45; R. Kent Hughes, Mark, Volume One in the Preaching the Word Commentary, pp. 19-25; Scott Black Johnston, Christmas at Mark’s House, Fifth Avenue Presbyterian Church, NYC, 12-1-13; Lamar Williamson, Jr., Mark in the Interpretation Commentary, pp. 28-36.