The message of the kingdom of God (βασιλεία τοῦ θεοῦ), which mostly appears in Mt as that of the kingdom of heaven (βασιλεία τῶν οὑρανῶν), is the central element in the preaching of Jesus. Mk sums up his message in the words “The time is fulfilled, and the kingdom of God is at hand; repent, and believe in the gospe…