The Gospel Of Mark Bible Study Lesson 82

The Gospel Of Mark Bible Study Lesson 82:

This week’s Bible Study of Mark’s Gospel will again include questions for you to answer. Once you finish the lesson on your own. You can look at my answers. Anytime you do Bible study ask yourself these 3 questions:

3 questions:

·        What is this passage about?

·        What do I learn from this passage?

·        How can I apply what I have learned to my life?

Scripture to meditate on before you do this week’s Bible study:

John 3:16-17 NIV

"For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life.  For God did not send his Son into the world to condemn the world, but to save the world through him.

John 6:47 NIV  
I tell you the truth, he who believes has everlasting life.

John 14:6 NIV
Jesus answered, "I am the way and the truth and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me.

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This Week’s Bible passage from the Gospel of Mark:

Mark 15:1-5

Read the passage below:

 Mark 15:1-5 NIV

Jesus Before Pilate

    ¹Very early in the morning, the chief priests, with the elders, the teachers of the law and the whole Sanhedrin, reached a decision. They bound Jesus, led him away and handed him over to Pilate.

    ²"Are you the king of the Jews?" asked Pilate.
      "Yes, it is as you say," Jesus replied.

    ³The chief priests accused him of many things. ⁴So again Pilate asked him, "Aren't you going to answer? See how many things they are accusing you of."

    ⁵But Jesus still made no reply, and Pilate was amazed.

John 18:28-37 NIV  

Jesus Before Pilate

 28Then the Jews led Jesus from Caiaphas to the palace of the Roman governor. By now it was early morning, and to avoid ceremonial uncleanness the Jews did not enter the palace; they wanted to be able to eat the Passover. 29 So Pilate came out to them and asked, "What charges are you bringing against this man?"

 30"If he were not a criminal," they replied, "we would not have handed him over to you."

 31Pilate said, "Take him yourselves and judge him by your own law."

   "But we have no right to execute anyone," the Jews objected. 32This happened so that the words Jesus had spoken indicating the kind of death he was going to die would be fulfilled.

 33Pilate then went back inside the palace, summoned Jesus and asked him, "Are you the king of the Jews?"

 34"Is that your own idea," Jesus asked, "or did others talk to you about me?"

 35"Am I a Jew?" Pilate replied. "It was your people and your chief priests who handed you over to me. What is it you have done?"

 36Jesus said, "My kingdom is not of this world. If it were, my servants would fight to prevent my arrest by the Jews. But now my kingdom is from another place."

 37"You are a king, then!" said Pilate.
      Jesus answered, "You are right in saying I am a king. In fact, for this reason I was born, and for this I came into the world, to testify to the truth. Everyone on the side of truth listens to me."

Scripture Links:  

Matthew 27:11-14  /  Luke 23:1-3  /  John 18:28-37

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Answer the questions below:

1.   Content:  What is this passage about?

·        Who are the people if any?  

  

·        What are they doing?         

                                 

·        Where does this take place? 

·        When does this take place? 

2.   Lesson:   What do I learn from this passage?

·        Is there a warning, command or promise?

·        Is there an example to follow or not to follow?

·        What is/are the main truth/truths of this passage?  

·        Is there a lesson or principle that is a universal truth?

·        Why did God put this passage in the Bible?

What does the passage reveal about the character of God?

·        His Attributes/Characteristics (ex. loving, caring, Holy, Merciful etc.):

·        His ways of relating/Communicating to people:

·        His emotions:

·        His views:

·        Reasons for us to love God more:  

3.  Application:  How can I apply what I have learned to my life?

·        Can you think of a current situation in your personal life, home life, 

          Church, or business which is similar to what you are learning?

·        How can I apply what I am learning to my current circumstances?

·        Are there specific things in to which to pray about?

·        Is there a new thought to me? An encouraging thought?  

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Here is my layout for: Mark 15:1-5

1.    Content: What is this passage about?

·        After being handed over to Pilate by all the Sanhedrin, Jesus acknowledged His kingship but refused to answer the amazed Pilate regarding the chief priest’s false accusations.

Who are the people if any?

·        Jesus, Pilate, the teachers of the law and the whole Sanhedrin.  

    What are they doing?

·        The Jews led Jesus from Caiaphas to the palace of the Roman governor Pilate.

Where does this take place?

·        Pilate’s Palace.

When does this take place?

·        During the Passover.

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2.    Lesson: What do I learn from this passage?

·        After the truth has been stated, silence speaks louder than words.

Is there a warning, command or promise?

·        From the Gospel of John Jesus tells Pilate "You are right in saying I am a king. In fact, for this reason I was born, and for this I came into the world, to testify to the truth. Everyone on the side of truth listens to me."

John 5:24 NIV 
"I tell you the truth, whoever hears my word and believes him who sent me has eternal life and will not be condemned; he has crossed over from death to life.

John 8:31-32 NIV

To the Jews who had believed him, Jesus said, "If you hold to my teaching, you are really my disciples. Then you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free."

John 10:24-28 NIV

The Jews gathered around him, saying, "How long will you keep us in suspense? If you are the Christ, tell us plainly."

Jesus answered, "I did tell you, but you do not believe. The miracles I do in my Father's name speak for me, but you do not believe because you are not my sheep. My sheep listen to my voice; I know them, and they follow me. I give them eternal life, and they shall never perish; no one can snatch them out of my hand.

Is there an example to follow or not to follow?

·        Pilate did not Judge Jesus based upon what others accused Him of. Pilate asked Jesus questions to try to get to the truth.  In the same way we should not be quick to judge but seek to find the truth before we make a decision about something. As far as spiritual matters go we should know what the Bible says so we can be accurate about God’s truth.  We don’t want others to stumble based on inaccurate interpretation on what the Bible says.

What are the main points in this passage?

·        The teachers of the law and the whole Sanhedrin decided to hand Jesus over to Pilate.

·        Pilate begins to question Jesus and asked Him if He was the King of the Jews.

·        Jesus told Pilate that He was.

·        Pilate tries to get Jesus to answer other accusations against Him because he was accused of many other things by the Jewish Leaders.

·        Jesus does not defend himself against the accusations.

·        Pilate was amazed that Jesus did not defend Himself.

Is there a lesson or principle that is a universal truth?

·        Jesus once again fulfills prophecy.

Isaiah 53:7 NIV

He was oppressed and afflicted, yet he did not open his mouth;
he was led like a lamb to the slaughter, and as a sheep before her shearers is silent, so he did not open his mouth.

·        Jesus’ Kingdom is not of this world. Many of the Jews were looking for and earthly King like David, so many did not recognize Jesus as the Messiah.

·        Because the Jews brought Jesus to Pilate for criminal prosecution Jesus would eventually be judged by Roman law which led to His crucifixion. This fulfilled the prophecy about the cross.

Isaiah 53:5 NIV

But he was pierced for our transgressions, he was crushed for our iniquities;
the punishment that brought us peace was upon him, and by his wounds we are healed.

     Why did God put this passage in the Bible?

·        To remind us that Jesus could have defended Himself by refuting the charges against Him but didn’t.  Even with the knowledge that he would suffer, Jesus was going to be obedient to the Father and go to the cross for our sake.

What does the passage reveal about the character of : God/Jesus?

A.   His attributes: 

• King of the Jews.

     B. His ways of relating/communicating to people:     

·        Jesus was silent fulfilling prophecy.   

     C. His emotions:

·        Calm under pressure

D. His views:

·        Jesus understood His kingship and was given authority from God to reign.

     E. Reasons for us to love Him more:  

·        Jesus fulfilled the prophecies about Himself leading to our salvation.

 3.  Application:  How can I apply what I have learned to my life?

·        When the Lord is silent toward me, do I examine my motives or defend my action?

·        Where should I be stating the truth in love?

·        How can I stand for Jesus without defending myself, being fully under His control?

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My prayer for you:

I pray you will take God’s Word to heart and ask God to help you apply what you have learned. I hope and pray that this Bible Study helps you grow spiritually by deepening your faith, trust and love for God.

Jesus declared that if we seek God, he will provide everything we need to live the abundant life, providing for us physically and spiritually:

Matthew 6:32-33  Living Bible (TLB)

 “So don’t worry at all about having enough food and clothing. Why be like the heathen? For they take pride in all these things and are deeply concerned about them. But your heavenly Father already knows perfectly well that you need them, and he will give them to you if you give him first place in your life and live as he wants you to.

John 10:10 English Standard Version (ESV)

The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy.  I came that they may have life and have it abundantly.

Philippians 4:19 New Living Translation (NLT)

And this same God who takes care of me will supply all your needs from his glorious riches, which have been given to us in Christ Jesus.

John 14:26 (NIV)

But the Advocate, the Holy Spirit, whom the Father will send in my name, will teach you all things and will remind you of everything I have said to you.

Also, remember the importance and impact of embracing of God’s Word in light of how we are to be God’s Ambassadors and Teachers, as well as to live abundantly in a fallen world:

1 Peter 3:15 (NIV)

But in your hearts set apart Christ as Lord. Always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to give the reason for the hope that you have. But do this with gentleness and respect,

2 Timothy 3:16-17 (NIV)

All Scripture is God-breathed and is useful for teaching, rebuking, correcting and training in righteousness, so that the man of God may be thoroughly equipped for every good work.

Psalm 119:105 (ESV)   

Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path.

John 8:31-32  (NIV)

To the Jews who had believed him, Jesus said, “If you hold to my teaching, you are really my disciples. Then you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free.”

Daily Application ideas:

·        Pray! Ask God to help you understand the passage of scripture you are

          reading.

·        Pray! Ask God to help you apply what you are learning.

·        Write down your thoughts and prayers. Seek to understand what God is

          trying to teach you.

·        Begin to make changes in your patterns of behavior in accordance to 

          God’s teaching.

·        Act on God’s answer to prayer.

·        Put God first in your life in every area of your life 

         (Marriage, Parenting, Ministry, Work etc.).

·        Be determined to make quality & quantity time for God in your life

           (ex. Quiet time, prayer time, Bible reading/study).

Helpful Hints for this Bible Study:

·        Not everything we read will contain enough info to answer all the questions.

·        Other questions may come to mind as you read.

·        The questions are just helpful guidelines.

·        Following the reading of the passage of scripture take a moment to write

          down your thoughts.

·        After you have asked yourself the above Template questions, answer the

          questions specifically. 

·        Refer back to above questions when you need to.

·        Then concentrate on a couple of things that are meaningful to you

          personally. 

·        Then go to the application section.

·        Think through the application questions and journal your thoughts and

          prayers.

Just Sayin……………..Dave