The Gospel Of Mark Bible Study Lesson 93

The Gospel Of Mark Bible Study Lesson 93:

This week’s Bible Study of Mark’s Gospel completes the study. My hope and prayer is that we all will grasp the depth of Jesus' love, mercy and compassion  toward the people of His day and how Jesus continues to be the same toward us while we await His return.  We should take to heart that our relationship with Jesus is a supernatural one and no matter what happens around us, God's plan will not fail.  So when we try to understand life we have to view it with an eternal perspective and not lean on our own understanding. When we try to over analyze our present day circumstances we can get sidetracked with rabbit trails of thought unless we see all things through the lens of God's Word. Followers of Jesus must rely on God's Word, the Holy Spirit and good counsel in order to avoid getting deceived by the enemy. It is Satan's desire to diminish God's power and effectiveness in God's people. The Enemy does not want us to bring glory to God nor does he want us to fulfill God’s purpose in this world. Because we are called to be ministers of the Gospel we need to shift our focus from a self-centered perspective to a God-centered one. Our calling includes helping others remain strong in their faith and to live out a life set apart to God. Our Christ-likeness will be a blessing to others yet we will be opposed and persecuted for loving God and our neighbor. This is because our culture is changing. Good has become evil and evil has become good. So we must stand firm in our faith and trust in God and continue to love, even though what we believe will be hated by many.  The good news is Jesus has overcome the world. He secured victory over sin and death. He will not let anyone be snatched out of His hand. Even though our emotions get stirred up about politics and terror, let us not fall prey to evil thoughts, words and actions. Let us all take this bible passage to heart:

Philippians 4:8-9 New International Version (NIV)

Finally, brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think about such things. Whatever you have learned or received or heard from me, or seen in me—put it into practice. And the God of peace will be with you.

 

Remember this:

Romans 8:1New International Version (NIV)

Life Through the Spirit

Therefore, there is now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus,

And this:

John 3:16 New International Version (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.

And this:

Proverbs 3:5-6 New International Version (NIV)

⁵ Trust in the Lord with all your heart
    and lean not on your own understanding;
⁶ in all your ways submit to him,
    and he will make your paths straight.

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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:

Hebrews 10:12 New International Version (NIV)

But when this priest had offered for all time one sacrifice for sins, he sat down at the right hand of God,

Colossians 3:1New International Version (NIV)

Living as Those Made Alive in Christ

Since, then, you have been raised with Christ, set your hearts on things above, where Christ is, seated at the right hand of God.

Acts 7:55 New International Version (NIV)

But Stephen, full of the Holy Spirit, looked up to heaven and saw the glory of God, and Jesus standing at the right hand of God.  “Look,” he said, “I see heaven open and the Son of Man standing at the right hand of God.”

Romans 8:34 New International Version (NIV)

Who then is the one who condemns? No one. Christ Jesus who died—more than that, who was raised to life—is at the right hand of God and is also interceding for us.

Psalm 110:1 New International Version (NIV)

Of David. A psalm.

¹ The Lord says to my lord:

“Sit at my right hand
    until I make your enemies
    a footstool for your feet.”

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

Mark 16:19-20

Read the passage below:

Mark 16:19-20 New International Version (NIV)

¹⁹ After the Lord Jesus had spoken to them, he was taken up into heaven and he sat at the right hand of God. ²⁰ Then the disciples went out and preached everywhere, and the Lord worked with them and confirmed his word by the signs that accompanied it.

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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 16:19-20

1.    Content: What is this passage about?

·          Jesus ascended into heaven, and the obedient disciples’ preaching was confirmed by signs.

Who are the people if any?

·        Jesus, The eleven disciples, God

What are they doing?

·        After Jesus speaks to His disciples He is taken up into heaven

Where does this take place?

·        Possibly in Jerusalem

When does this take place?

·        After the Resurrection  

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

·          Jesus is in heaven but also with men working out His will on earth.

Is there an example to follow or not to follow?

·          Jesus’ disciples obey Him by preaching the gospel  

 What are the main points in this passage?

·        Jesus ascends into heaven and is seated at the right hand of God.

·          The disciples go out and preach the gospel  

·          The Lord is with His disciples as they go out

·          Jesus confirms His Word through the disciples labor

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

·        God goes with as we do His kingdom work in His name.

Ephesians 2:10 New International Version (NIV)

For we are God’s handiwork, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance for us to do.

Acts 1:8 New International Version (NIV)

 But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes on you; and you will be my witnesses in Jerusalem, and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the ends of the earth.”

Matthew 28:18-20 New International Version (NIV)

Then Jesus came to them and said, “All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me. Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, and teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you. And surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age.”

Why did God put this passage in the Bible?

·        To remind us of our kingdom purpose

·        To remind us that Jesus right now is seated at the right hand of God.

·        To remind us that obedience to our kingdom purpose and God’s calling will

      bear fruit and we will recognize and witness the fruit of one’s labor for Christ.

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

A.   His attributes: 

·        Lord, Savior, seated at the right hand of God  

     B. His ways of relating/communicating to people:     

·        Through His Word and the work of the Holy Spirit

     C. His emotions:

·         Jesus loves His disciples

D. His views:

·        Jesus will be with His disciples as they go and preach the gospel

E. Reasons for us to love Him more:

·        Jesus gives us the Holy Spirit so we can accomplish His good purpose.

Romans 8:28 New International Version (NIV)

 And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose.

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

·        What difference does it make to me that Jesus is seated at God’s right hand?

·        Do I confidently expect that Jesus will give me power to speak for Him?

·        What work does He want to do through me this week? This day?

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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