Mark 8

Jesus’ death was not the end, friends. Hear the testimonies of the people who believed—Pilate, the women, and the centurion. In this final study of Mark 15 and 16, discover why the resurrection is vital to our faith.

“The cross is both the greatest tragedy of the ages and the most glorious victory of earth and heaven,” says Dr. J. Vernon McGee. Sin and Jesus are trying to destroy each other. Study the sacrifice in Mark 15. Jesus wants our faith more than our sympathy. Come learn more of what Jesus did for you.

Imagine you were one of Jesus’ disciples, sitting with Him at the Last Supper or praying with Him in the garden. Those moments might have felt sad, scary, or confusing. In our study of Mark 14, take a closer look at the interactions between Jesus and His friends on their last night together.

Nothing is a surprise to God. In Jesus’ last days before the crucifixion, He knew everything that was coming. Follow along as Dr. McGee takes us through the first half of Mark 14, where the Pharisees plot to kill Jesus, Mary anoints Him, and Judas plans to betray Him.

When you know something is going to be good, the anticipation is delightful. Jesus was going to leave earth soon, but He promised the disciples He would return. In Mark 13—often called the Olivet Discourse—Jesus taught the disciples about the end days and things to come. He encouraged them to have no fear, share the gospel with all, and excitedly anticipate His return.

Jesus can read minds and hearts. Mark 12 gives context to many of Jesus’ important parables and teaching. Some of the people questioning Him were sincere; some wanted to trap Him. Jesus read each of their hearts and answered accordingly.

The battle between our flesh and the Spirit is real. One moment, the Spirit sings “Hosanna!”—another moment, the flesh yells, “Crucify Him!” In Mark 11, Jesus’ triumphal entry into Jerusalem is His statement of authority and a fulfillment of Old Testament prophecy. Follow along as Dr. McGee explains this important moment and pay attention to the way people treat Jesus before His crucifixion.

No question is too hard for Jesus. The Pharisees tried to trap Him with difficult questions, but He always knew what to say. In Mark 10, Jesus lovingly sets the record straight about marriage and divorce. But more importantly, He reveals the brokenness of mankind, the emptiness of religious systems, and our desperate need for a Savior.

In this study of Mark 9, explore one of the most amazing events in the Bible—when Moses and Elijah meet Jesus on the mountain before His journey to the cross. What did they talk about? Let’s listen in.

Do you want a new self? In Mark 8, Jesus said, “Whoever would save his life will lose it, but whoever loses his life for my sake and the gospel’s will save it.” Follow along as Dr. McGee teaches us how Jesus truly can transform us and give us a new identity.