Mark Commentary Comparisons
R.C. Sproul — Mark
Overall score: 9.4/10
A warm, Christ-centred, pastorally rich exposition of Mark that nourishes both preachers and everyday believers.
John MacArthur — Mark 1-8
Overall score: 8.4/10
A clear, orderly exposition that gives preachers dependable help for handling Mark’s early chapters.
John MacArthur — Mark 9-16
Overall score: 8.2/10
A consistent, sermon-friendly guide to the latter half of Mark, offering steady insight for weekly ministry.
Mark Commentaries at a Glance
| Feature | R.C. Sproul — Mark | John MacArthur — Mark 1-8 | John MacArthur — Mark 9-16 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Faithfulness to Scripture | 9/10 | 8/10 | 8/10 |
| Christ-centredness | 10/10 | 9/10 | 8/10 |
| Depth of Insight | 8/10 | 7/10 | 7/10 |
| Pastoral Usefulness | 10/10 | 9/10 | 9/10 |
| Readability | 10/10 | 9/10 | 9/10 |
| Clarity of writing | 10/10 | 9/10 | 9/10 |
| Overall score | 9.4/10 | 8.4/10 | 8.2/10 |