45 Days To Read The Gospel Challenge – The Gospel of Mark Chapter 11: God Answers the Faith-Blessed is He that comes in the name of the Lord:

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Transcript:  HOW TO GET THE MOST OUT OF THIS CHALLENGE

Step One.  Start in the order of: the Gospel of John, Luke, Mark and Matthew for understanding.

The instructions are designed for accessibility and ensures the learner is not overwhelmed and confused. Post your questions in the comment section and the author will answer you. Please share your experiences and opinions.

Step Two.  Each lesson takes about 35 minutes to complete: 20 min to study the lesson and take the quiz. 15 minutes to read the Bible resource

It is recommended to read the entire post and then take the quiz before reading or listening to the bible resources. Each lesson is self-contained and includes all resources needed.

Step 3:  You should complete two lessons a day.  5 Days a week in order to complete the “45 Days to Read The Gospel Challenge in 45 days”.

There is no law that says you have to complete these lessons in 45 days. You are free to work at your own pace. Study the lesson and take the quiz in the morning, and later listen to or read the bible resources.

Step 4: Get organize with pen and paper.  Take notes.  Each lesson contains: Header Sections (Table of Contents): (1) chapter summary, (2) objectives, (3) outline, (4) reflection question,  (5) chapter highlights, (6) resources, (7) interactive quiz, and (8) a call to salvation.

Step 5: Enjoy.  The Gospel Changes Lives.  Get active and communicate with others. Share the lessons with friends. No stress. Work at your own pace.

Isaiah 9:6 KJV“For unto us a child is born, unto us a son, is given: and the government shall be upon his shoulder: and his name shall be called Wonderful, Counsellor, The mighty God, The everlasting Father, The Prince of Peace.”

 

 

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Overview of The Gospel of Mark

The Gospel of Mark, written by Mark John (also known as “John” in the Book of Acts), is one of the four Gospels in the New Testament. Mark was a close companion of the disciple Peter, who referred to him as his spiritual son.

Although Mark did not walk with Jesus personally, he closely followed Peter and recorded much of what Peter witnessed during Jesus’ ministry.

This Gospel is often called the “Memoirs of Peter” because of Mark’s close relationship with him. It was written between A.D. 50-70, before the Book of Acts, and is thought to have been written in Italy.

Mark’s Gospel focuses heavily on the miracles that Jesus performed throughout His ministry in Galilee, showing Jesus’ power over sickness, demons, and nature. Unlike other Gospels, Mark emphasizes Jesus’ human nature, highlighting His emotions and physical limitations.

This portrayal of Jesus helps believers understand that He is familiar with the struggles and challenges of being human and can fully sympathize with our problems and situations.

Mark’s work was an important source for the Gospel of Luke, as Luke borrowed many notes from it. Overall, the Gospel of Mark presents a powerful narrative of Jesus’ ministry, filled with miracles and moments that reveal both His divinity and humanity.

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45 Days To Read The Gospel Challenge – The Gospel of Mark Chapter Eleven: God Answers the Faith-Blessed is He that comes in the name of the Lord:

 

 

OVERVIEW OF  THE GOSPEL OF MARK CHAPTER  ELEVEN

In this lesson, we will explore significant moments in Mark Chapter 11, where Jesus fulfills prophecy, teaches powerful lessons on faith and fruitfulness, and establishes the sacred purpose of the church.

As Jesus enters Jerusalem riding a colt, His actions signify His role as the prophesied King. We will also discuss His cursing of the fig tree, His cleansing of the temple, and His teachings on faith, prayer, and forgiveness.

Jesus’ Triumphal Entry into Jerusalem:
Jesus and His disciples traveled to Jerusalem, and upon reaching the Mount of Olives, Jesus instructed two of His disciples to go into town and find a colt that had never been ridden. They were to untie it and bring it to Him, explaining to anyone who questioned them that “the Lord needs it.”

The disciples did as Jesus asked, and upon returning with the colt, Jesus sat on it and rode into Jerusalem. The crowd praised Him, shouting, “Hosanna! Blessed is He who comes in the name of the Lord! Blessed be the kingdom of our father David!”

This event fulfilled the prophecy in Zechariah 9:9 KJV, where it was foretold that the King would come riding on a colt, bringing salvation.

Jesus Curses the Fig Tree:
While walking in Jerusalem, Jesus became hungry and saw a fig tree, but it bore no fruit. In response, Jesus cursed the tree, saying, “No man shall eat fruit from you ever again.” The disciples heard this and later saw that the tree had withered. This act symbolizes Jesus’ expectation that His followers produce good fruit—whether spiritual or physical.

Note: Jesus seriously expects his creations to produce good fruit (physical and/or spiritual).  Matthew 3:10  “And now also the ax is laid unto the root of the trees: therefore, every tree which bringeth not forth good fruit is hewn down, and cast into the fire.”

Jesus Cleanses the Temple:
Upon entering the temple in Jerusalem, Jesus found merchants and money changers conducting business in a place meant for worship. Angered, He overturned their tables and declared,  Mark 11:17 KJV  ¹⁷And he taught, saying unto them, Is it not written, My house shall be called of all nations the house of prayer? but ye have made it a den of thieves.  

In this moment, Jesus affirmed the primary role of the church as a house of prayer and worship, emphasizing the sanctity of this space.

Faith, Prayer, and Forgiveness:
Peter told Jesus that the fig tree he cursed dried up. Mark 11: 24–26KJV  Jesus replied,   ²⁴Therefore I say unto you, What things soever ye desire when ye pray, believe that ye receive them, and ye shall have them. ²⁵And when ye stand praying, forgive if ye have ought against any: that your Father also which is in heaven may forgive you your trespasses. ²⁶But if ye do not forgive, neither will your Father which is in heaven forgive your trespasses.

This chapter highlights key moments where Jesus demonstrates His authority, reinforces the importance of faith, and calls His followers to live fruitful lives filled with prayer, forgiveness, and integrity.

 

 

 

Time: 35 minutes to complete lesson: 20 minutes to read the entire post and take the interactive quiz, additional 15 minutes to view video resource and comment on social media

 

Objectives for  Chapter Eleven-What you will learn:

A. Learners will explore the prophecy fulfilled by Jesus as He makes His public entry riding a donkey.

B. Learners will understand the significance of Jesus cursing the fig tree and the lesson it conveys.

C. Learners will examine the role of the church as established by Jesus and its purpose in God’s plan.

D. Learners will discover how God responds to requests made in faith and the importance of trusting in His answers.

E. Learners will gain insight into Jesus’ confidence in His authority as He refuses to answer the Pharisees’ challenges.

 

Outline for Chapter Eleven of the Gospel of  Mark

 1. Jesus “public entry” riding on a donkey-the filling of a prophecy.

2.  Jesus curses the fig tree.

3.  Jesus drives out the moneychangers in the church.

4.  God answers the faith.

5.  Jesus silences those who question his authority.

 

 

Reflection and Discussion: Something to think about.

There’s a popular trend around manifesting what you want into existence. However, faith in God is much stronger and more powerful. Jesus teaches that whatever you ask for in His name, if you believe you have it, you will receive it.

Manifesting can be problematic because it attempts to access God’s system without seeking His permission. Can you recall a time when you asked God for something great and received it? Share your testimony in the comments below or on social media!

 

Resources For This Lesson

Click here for the King James Bible version in the text (pdf), mobile viewing on the web (KJV), YouTube audio, and video version 9 minutes

 

 

See “Chapter Eleven Highlights” below for scriptures and help with the quiz. If needed, refresh the screen to retake the quiz.

 

 1. You will learn the prophecy fulfilled about Jesus as he rides a donkey into the public entry.

¹And when they came nigh to Jerusalem, unto Bethphage and Bethany, at the Mount of Olives, he sendeth forth two of his disciples,

²And saith unto them, Go your way into the village over against you: and as soon as ye be entered into it, ye shall find a colt tied, whereon never man sat; loose him, and bring him.

 ³And if any man says unto you, Why do ye this? say ye that the Lord hath need of him, and straightway he will send him hither.

⁴And they went their way and found the colt tied by the door without in a place where two ways met, and they loose him from the door. 

⁵And certain of them that stood there said unto them, What do ye, loosing the colt?

⁶And they said unto them even as Jesus had commanded: and they let them go.

 ⁷And they brought the colt to Jesus and cast their garments on him, and he sat upon him.  

⁸And many spread their garments in the way: and others cut down branches off the trees, and strawed them in the way.

 ⁹And they that went before, and they that followed, cried, saying, Hosanna; Blessed is he that cometh in the name of the Lord:

 ¹⁰Blessed be the kingdom of our father David, that cometh in the name of the Lord: Hosanna in the highest.

 

Note: From the Old Testament, before Jesus’ birth, it was prophesized by  Zechariah 9:9  “Rejoice greatly, O daughter of Zion; shout, O daughter of Jerusalem: behold, thy King cometh unto thee: he is just, and having salvation; lowly, and riding upon an ass, and upon a colt the foal of an ass.”

 

 

2.  You will learn why Jesus curses a fig tree.

¹¹And Jesus entered into Jerusalem, and into the temple: and when he had looked round about upon all things, and now the eventide came, he went out unto Bethany with the twelve.

¹²And on the morrow, when they came from Bethany, he was hungry:

¹³And seeing a fig tree afar off having leaves, he came, if haply he might find anything thereon: and when he came to it, he found nothing but leaves; for the time of figs was not yet. 

¹⁴And Jesus answered and said unto it, No man eat the fruit of thee hereafter forever. And his disciples heard it.   

Note: Jesus seriously expects his creations to produce good fruit (physical and/or spiritual).  Matthew 3:10  “And now also the ax is laid unto the root of the trees: therefore, every tree which bringeth not forth good fruit is hewn down, and cast into the fire.”

 

 

3. You will learn the role of the church established by Jesus.

 ¹⁶And would not suffer that any man should carry any vessel through the temple.

 ¹⁷And he taught, saying unto them, Is it not written, My house shall be called of all nations the house of prayer? but ye have made it a den of thieves. 

¹⁸And the scribes and chief priests heard it and sought how they might destroy him: for they feared him because all the people was astonished at his doctrine. 

¹⁹And when even was come, he went out of the city.

²⁰And in the morning, as they passed by, they saw the fig tree dried up from the roots. 

²¹And Peter calling to remembrance saith unto him, Master, behold, the fig tree which thou cursed is withered away.

 

Note: Jesus establishes the main role of the church: A house of prayer. Newer translated bibles state, “A  house of prayer and worship”.

 

 

4. You will learn how God answers the faith when you make a request of him.

 ²¹And Peter calling to remembrance saith unto him, Master, behold, the fig tree which thou cursed is withered away.

²²And Jesus answering saith unto them, Have faith in God.

 ²³For verily I say unto you, That whosoever shall say unto this mountain, Be thou removed, and be thou cast into the sea; and shall not doubt in his heart, but shall believe that those things which he saith shall come to pass; he shall have whatsoever he saith.

 ²⁴Therefore I say unto you, What things soever ye desire when ye pray, believe that ye receive them, and ye shall have them. 

²⁵And when ye stand praying, forgive if ye have ought against any: that your Father also which is in heaven may forgive you your trespasses.

²⁶But if ye do not forgive, neither will your Father which is in heaven forgive your trespasses.

 

 

5.  Jesus shows his confidence in his authority as he refuses to answer to the Pharisees.

²⁷And they come again to Jerusalem: and as he was walking in the temple, there come to him the chief priests, and the scribes, and the elders, 

²⁸And say unto him, By what authority doest thou these things? and who gave thee this authority to do these things? 

²⁹And Jesus answered and said unto them, I will also ask of you one question, and answer me, and I will tell you by what authority I do these things. 

³⁰The baptism of John, was it from heaven, or of men? answer me.

 ³¹And they reasoned with themselves, saying, If we shall say, From heaven; he will say, Why then did ye not believe him? 

³²But if we shall say, On; they feared the people: for all men counted John, that he was a prophet indeed. 

³³And they answered and said unto Jesus, We cannot tell. And Jesus answering saith unto them, Neither do I tell you by what authority I do these things.

 

 

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Call to salvation:

John 3:16  “For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life.”

Romans 10:9-10  9That if thou shalt confess with thy mouth the Lord Jesus, and shalt believe in thine heart that God hath raised him from the dead, thou shalt be saved. 10For with the heart man believeth unto righteousness, and with the mouth, confession is made unto salvation. 

John 3:5-6  5Jesus answered, Verily, verily, I say unto thee, Except a man be born of water and of the Spirit, he cannot enter into the kingdom of God. 6That which is born of the flesh is flesh, and that which is born of the Spirit is the Spirit.