45 Days To Read The Gospel Challenge – The Gospel of Mark Chapter 13: Heaven and Earth Will Go Away Before My Word Go Away. Watch Until I Come.

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How to Get the Most Out of The Challenge

The Gospel consists of four books in the New Testament—Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John—that share the teachings of Jesus Christ. You can start the FREE “45 Day Challenge” at any time by visiting the ePrayer Circle homepage and selecting the “45 Day Challenge” menu option. Feel free to share these lessons and print them for use in your Bible study groups. You can also translate the content into multiple languages using the Google Translate menu bar on the homepage.

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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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Read the Word in the morning with coffee and at night for easy rest at bedtime.

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Send the Word to your social media platforms.

Text the Word to people to encourage them in the Lord:  children, friends, spouses, acquaintances, or neighbors.

 

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 Thirteen: Watch for the Second Coming.

 

 

OVERVIEW OF  THE GOSPEL OF MARK CHAPTER  THIRTEEN

In this class, we will study Mark  Chapter 13 and other related scriptures to understand Jesus’ warnings about the destruction of the temple and the signs leading up to His second coming.

We will explore key events, such as false prophets, natural disasters, and the duty of believers to stay faithful. By the end of the lesson, you will have a better understanding of how to prepare spiritually for challenging times.

In Mark Chapter 13, Jesus predicts the destruction of the temple “temporary plaster”, explaining that no stone will be left standing. He also warns about the many calamities that will occur before this happens. These include nations rising against each other, earthquakes, famines, and troubles—events that mark the beginning of sorrows.

Note:  Jesus referred to himself as a temple as well and in three days it will rise again.  John 2: 19 KJV   ¹⁹Jesus answered and said unto them, “Destroy this temple, and in three days I will raise it up”.

 ²⁰Then said the Jews, Forty and six years was this temple in building, and wilt thou rear it up in three days? ²¹But Jesus spoke of the temple of his body. ²²When, therefore, he rose from the dead, his disciples remembered that he had said this unto them; and they believed the scripture, and the word which Jesus had said.

Jesus also speaks of false Christs who will claim to be Him, and He advises not to believe them. He reminds believers to stay alert and not be deceived. In addition to the troubles, Jesus foretells the spread of the Gospel to all nations, even during times of great persecution.

Families will turn against each other, and Christians will face hatred for His name’s sake, but those who remain faithful to the end will be saved.

Jesus describes a time when many will flee to the mountains to escape danger, referring to the “abomination of desolation” spoken of by the prophet Daniel.  Mark 13:15  “And let him that is on the housetop not go down into the house, neither enter therein, to take anything out of his house:” 

No one knows the exact time of His second coming—not even the angels or the Son, but only the Father. Therefore, believers are urged to watch, stay in prayer, and trust in God’s will. Jesus emphasizes that staying faithful and obedient is key to enduring the difficult times ahead.

Key Scriptures:

John 2:19-22 (KJV): Jesus compares His body to the temple, explaining that while the physical temple will be destroyed, He will rise again in three days, referring to His resurrection.

Mark 13:22 (KJV): Jesus warns about false prophets who will perform signs to deceive even the elect, if possible.

Proverbs 9:10 (KJV): “The fear of the LORD is the beginning of wisdom.” This verse reminds us of the importance of reverence and obedience to God.

 

 

 

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 Thirteen-What you will learn:

A. You will understand Jesus’ prophecy about the destruction of the temple and its significance.

B. You will explore Jesus’ prophecy about His second coming and the signs that will precede it.

C. You will learn that the exact timing of the second coming is unknown, but key signs will be revealed.

D. You will discover the actions believers should take to remain prepared and faithful before Jesus’ return.

 

 

Outline for Chapter Thirteen of the Gospel of  Mark

1.  Jesus foretells the destruction of the temple and the calamities that shall precede it.

2.  The signs of Jesus second coming

3.  The End: No one knows the day or hour.

4.  The duty of all is to watch.

 

Reflection and Discussion: Something to think about.

Are you ready to meet the Lord when the second coming arrives? Have you been a faithful friend and loyal servant who loves the Lord? What about your children, regardless of their age—are they prepared? If not, it’s time to start planning and studying the Gospel as a first step. There is still time. Take a moment to write down your thoughts in your journal.

 

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 Chapter 13 (total time  ) Chapter One, Chapter Two and Chapter Three.

 

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

 

 

 1.  Jesus’s prophecy of the destruction of the temple.  Mark 13: 1-7 KJV

¹And as he went out of the temple, one of his disciples saith unto him, Master, see what manner of stones and what buildings are here! 

²And Jesus answering said unto him, See thou these great buildings? there shall not be left one stone upon another, that shall not be thrown down. 

 ³And as he sat upon the mount of Olives over against the temple, Peter and James and John and Andrew asked him privately,

⁴Tell us, when shall these things be? and what shall be the sign when all these things shall be fulfilled?

 ⁵And Jesus answering them began to say, Take heed lest any man deceives you: 

⁶For many shall come in my name, saying, I am Christ; and shall deceive many.

 ⁷And, when ye shall hear of wars and rumors of wars, be ye not troubled: for such things, must needs be; but the end shall not be yet. 

 

2.  You will learn Jesus’ prophecy of the second coming and the signs of the second coming.  Mark 13: 8-23 KJV

 ⁸For nation shall rise against nation, and kingdom against kingdom: and there shall be earthquakes in divers places, and there shall be famines and troubles: these are the beginnings of sorrows. 

⁹But take heed to yourselves: for they shall deliver you up to councils; and in the synagogues, ye shall be beaten: and ye shall be brought before rulers and kings for my sake, for a testimony against them.

¹⁰And the gospel must first be published among all nations. 

¹¹But when they shall lead you, and deliver you up, take no thought beforehand what ye shall speak, neither do ye premeditate: but whatsoever shall be given you in that hour, that speak ye: for it is not ye that speaks, but the Holy Ghost.

¹²Now the brother shall betray the brother to death, and the father the son; and children shall rise up against their parents, and shall cause them to be put to death.

 ¹³And ye shall be hated of all men for my name’s sake: but he that shall endure unto the end, the same shall be saved.

¹⁴But when ye shall see the abomination of desolation, spoken of by Daniel the prophet, standing where it ought not, (let him that read understand,) then let them that be in Judaea flee to the mountains:

¹⁵And let him that is on the housetop not go down into the house, neither enter therein, to take anything out of his house:

¹⁶And let him that is in the field not turn back again for to take up his garment. 

¹⁷But woe to them that are with child, and to them that give suck in those days! 

¹⁸And pray ye that your flight is not in the winter.

¹⁹For in those days shall be affliction, such as was not from the beginning of the creation which God created unto this time, neither shall be.

 ²⁰And except that the Lord had shortened those days, no flesh should be saved: but for the elect’s sake, whom he hath chosen, he hath shortened the days.

²¹And then if any man shall say to you, Lo, here is Christ; or, lo, he is there; believe him not: 

²²For false Christs and false prophets shall rise, and shall show signs and wonders, to seduce, if it were possible, even the elect.

 ²³But take ye heed: behold, I have foretold you all things.

 

3.  You will learn the timing of the second coming.  Mark 13: 24-32 KJV

²⁴But in those days, after that tribulation, the sun shall be darkened, and the moon shall not give her light,

 ²⁵And the stars of heaven shall fall, and the powers that are in heaven shall be shaken. 

²⁶And then shall they see the Son of man coming in the clouds with great power and glory. 

²⁷And then shall he send his angels, and shall gather together his elect from the four winds, from the uttermost part of the earth to the uttermost part of heaven. 

²⁸Now learn a parable of the fig tree; When her branch is yet tender and puts forth leaves, ye know that summer is near: 

²⁹So ye in like manner, when ye shall see these things come to pass, know that it is nigh, even at the doors. 

³⁰Verily I say unto you, that this generation shall not pass, till all these things are done.

31“Heaven and earth shall pass away: but my words shall not pass away.”   

³²But of that day and that hour knoweth no man, no, not the angels which are in heaven, neither the Son, but the Father. 

 

4.  You will learn what believers are to do before the second coming.   Mark 13:33-34 KJV

³³Take ye heed, watch and pray: for ye know not when the time is. 

³⁴For the Son of man is as a man taking a far journey, who left his house, and gave authority to his servants, and to every man his work, and commanded the porter to watch.

 

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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.