"And on the Sabbath he began to teach in the Synagogue;
and many who heard him were astonished, saying,
'Where did this man get all this? What is the wisdom given to him?
What mighty works are wrought by his hands!'" (Mk 6:2)
Themes in the Teachings of Jesus:
- New Covenant
- Christian Perfection
- Greatest Commandments
- Meaning of Suffering/Sacrifice in the Plan
- Humility/Service
- Hope of Resurrection
Application Questions:
- God tells the rich young man to give up everything in order to be perfect, and he praises the widow when she gives her whole living. How can you offer God everything, and hold nothing back from him?
- Reflect on some ways that you can serve others in your daily life. How can you give this glory to God rather than yourself?
- Jesus says to peter, "Who do you say that I am?" (Mk 8:29) How would you respond to him if he asked you that question? Who is Jesus for you?
Teachings in the Gospel of Mark |
Book/Chapter/Verse |
Scripture Passage |
He Came for Sinners |
Mk 2:16-17 |
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The Sabbath |
Mk 2:23-28 |
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Blasphemy Against the Holy Spirit |
Mk 3:28-30 |
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Our Relationship with God |
Mk 3:31-35 |
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For He Who Has Will More Be Given |
Mk 4:24-25 |
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Traditions of the Pharisees vs. the Commands of God |
Mk 7:5-13 |
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No Sign Shall Be Given This Generation |
Mk 8:11-13 |
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Take up Your Cross |
Mk 8:34-9:1 |
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If Your Hand Causes You to Sin. . . |
Mk 9:42-50 |
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Teaching on Marriage |
Mk 10:1-12 |
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Let the Children Come to Me |
Mk 10:13-14 |
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Christian Perfection |
Mk 10:17-23 |
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The Last Shall Be First |
Mk 10:42-44 |
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The Payment of Taxes |
Mk 12:13-17 |
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The Resurrection |
Mk 12:24-27 |
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The Greatest Commandments |
Mk 12:28-34 |
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Widow's Mite |
Mk 12:41-44 |
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Preparation for Tribulation |