Mark

In part three of a seven-part devotional journey through the Gospel of Mark, we’ll examine Mark 5:21-7:37, continuing our verse-by-verse breakdown of Jesus' life and ministry, as told by John Mark. 


The Gospel of Mark (Part Three)

Who is Jesus? Philosophy, literature, art, politics -- all of them have been profoundly impacted by the life and teaching of this one man. And Christians call him Savior -- the Son of God. Jesus is by any estimation one of the most influential figures in human history. So who is He? We’re here in Mark -- to find out what the Bible says about it.

Mark Explained Part 2 | Sent Out

In part four of a seven-part devotional journey through the Gospel of Mark, we’ll examine Mark 8-9:29, continuing our verse-by-verse breakdown of Jesus' life and ministry, as told by John Mark.


The Gospel of Mark (Part Four)

At least once in your life, you’ve heard the story of the widow’s offering. The real question is: Have you really? Have you really paid attention to the details of what Jesus tells you about this unnamed woman from 2,000 years ago? As you properly study this widow’s amazing sacrifice, you will learn about the four principles of stewardship and how to apply them to your generosity journey. 

The Treasure Trove of Generous Giving

Jesus begins his earthly ministry when he is about thirty years old (Luke 3:23). We call this phase “Ministry Foundations.” It lasts about a year and a half. During this time, Jesus will issue two calls. To unbelievers, he says, “Come and see.” To believers, he says, “Follow me” (John 1:39-40).

The Life of Jesus Pt. 2 – Ministry Foundations

As the ministry grows, Jesus issues his next call: “‘Come, follow me’ Jesus said, ‘and I will make you fishers of men.’” (Mark 1:17)

It is the third call. It is made to those he has already called: “Come and see” and “Follow Me.” This third call is to come closer to Jesus, to draw near enough so he can now teach you how you can be a part of the process of making disciples.

The Life of Jesus Pt. 3 – Making Disciples

In this final phase of leadership development, Jesus’ style is radical and it flies in the face of many of the popular beliefs of leadership at the time. Get ready to see leadership Jesus-style. During this phase Jesus reveals to his committed core of disciples the Father’s master plan for reaching the world.

The Life of Jesus Pt. 5 – Multiplying Leaders

This phase in Jesus’ life is focused on leadership development. As the movement continues to grow, Jesus begins to hand-select from his disciples a few to be servant leaders of the movement. After a full night of prayer, consulting with his Father, Jesus appoints twelve men who will begin their apprenticeship as leaders and will eventually become the leaders of the movement.

The Life of Jesus Pt. 4 – Developing Leaders

In the final part of this seven-part devotional journey through the Gospel of Mark, we'll examine Mark 14-16, continuing our verse-by-verse breakdown of Jesus' life and ministry, as told by John Mark. Here, we'll read through Jesus' crucifixion and resurrection!
