In Mark's account, Jesus engaged in confrontation and controversy with the civil and religious authorities of his day, resulting in his death by crucifixion as the form of execution employed by Rome for political dissidents. In the final test of his obedience to God, Jesus made a choice between the ways of God and the ways of Caesar. He placed that same choice squarely before his disciples, and he does so today. Listen in as we encounter the lively and compelling Gospel of Mark summon us with Jesus's challenging call to discipleship.