Journey through the Book of Mark
Episodes
211 episodes
1. The Messenger — Mark 1: 1–3
The Gospel of Mark starts with a messenger. It also presents us with a challenge. Are you willing to accept it? Watch the devotional to learn more. Join us on a very practical journey through the Bible and discover gems that will bring you clos...
2. The Baptiser – Mark 1: 4–8
In our culture, like in Jesus’ day, we tend to show our power and status through external things, by what we wear, where and how often we travel and by the house and car we own. However, true power doesn’t come from external trappings. Watch th...
3. The Baptism of Jesus – Mark 1:9–11
Father said to the Son, “You are my Son, whom I love; with you, I am well pleased.” Have you ever considered that He longs to say the very same words to you too?
4. Jesus in the Wilderness – Mark 1:12–13
Sometimes we think that when you choose to serve God, suddenly everything becomes easier and more pleasant. But Mark tells us that when Jesus was baptised, the Spirit sent him immediately into the wilderness. What do you expect from your Christ...
5. Jesus Announces the Good News – Mark 1:14–15
Jesus announced two conditions necessary for us to receive the kingdom of God.He also said the kingdom is near. It’s a simple but powerful message that electrified the world. How near do you think the kingdom of God is in your life? Tune into t...
6. Jesus Calls His Disciples – Mark 1:16–20
Gary Kent looks at how Jesus called His first disciples. Apostle Mark says that Jesus called them while He walked beside the sea. He barely pauses to call these men, and they follow Him as He walks on. When Jesus calls you to do something, will...
7. Jesus Casts Out an Evil Spirit – Mark 1:21–28
Jesus displays His power by casting out a demon from a man. This highlights Jesus’ power over the devil. Do you realise that if devils quake in their boots in the presence of Jesus, then He can do anything? Mark wants to teach you that you can ...
8. Jesus Heals Peter’s Mother-in-Law – Mark 1:29–31
Simon and Andrew tell Jesus about their mother’s illness. She was sick with a fever. In those days, without antibiotics and modern medicines, the illnesses that are often only a nuisance to us would kill many people. So this fever was a serious...
9. Power at Sunset – Mark 1:32–34
When the demons wanted to publicly identify Jesus, Jesus silenced them even though they were only speaking the truth. The devil speaks to us as well. He whispers to us that we are sinners, that we are unworthy, that there’s no reason for God to...
10. The Secret of Power — Mark 1:35–39
The secret of Jesus’ power was His connection with the Father through prayer. But the disciples were more focused on the work that needed to be done than on the power that was needed for the work. Jesus knew that without a living connection wit...
11. Jesus is Willing — Mark 1:40–42
There are many people who want to receive God’s blessing, but they think they haven’t done enough to deserve it, or that they’re unworthy. Are you ready to fall on your knees before Jesus, and just accept his blessing, to let Jesus touch the hi...
12. The Importance of Obedience – Mark 1:43–45
Jesus has just healed a man with leprosy. He gave him strict instructions not to speak to anyone about this, but he did. Think about your own religious experiences. Are you as enthusiastic as the leper to tell others about what Jesus has done f...
13. Bringing a Friend to Jesus – Mark 2:1-5
Take a moment to think about the barriers that stand in the way of your friends meeting Jesus. Do you have the kind of faith that will demolish those barriers and bring them to Christ?
14. Jesus Forgives Sin – Mark 2:6 – 12
Often, in our heart of hearts, we think that it’s more difficult for God to forgive us from our sins than to heal us from our physical illness. That’s because we feel unworthy of His forgiving mercy. The paralysed man received it all. And if yo...
15. Jesus Calls Matthew – Mark 2:13-14
Jesus called Matthew. He was attracted to the presence of Jesus that no fame and fortune can equal. He left everything behind just to follow Him. Like Matthew, Jesus is calling you too. Are you also willing to follow?
16. Jesus Has Dinner With Sinners – Mark 2:15–17
As you watch this devotional, take some time to examine yourself carefully. With which of the two sets of characters in the story do you really identify, the confessed sinners who eat with Jesus or the religious hypocrites who are repulsed by H...
17. A Time to Rejoice – Mark 2:18–22
As you watch this devotional, reflect on these questions: How do you express your Christian beliefs and values in your life? Is Jesus, the Bridegroom, evident in your life? Do others see the joy that comes from walking with Jesus?
18. The Lord of the Sabbath – Mark 2:23-27
There are people today who say that the Sabbath doesn’t matter. But Jesus said that the Sabbath has been given to us to meet the needs of humanity, to be a blessing. What are the needs that you think it meets?
19. Anger on the Sabbath – Mark 3:1-6
This is the first time that Mark tells us that Jesus was angry. Jesus’ anger stemmed from the misunderstanding of the Pharisees about the purpose of the Sabbath. Take a moment to think about the things that make you angry. How do those things c...
20. The Crowds Follow Jesus – Mark 3:7-10
Have you ever had a moment or a time in your life when you felt that God was so close to you – as if you were touching Jesus? Is it something that you would want to experience? And if you did experience it, how can you respond to it? Remember, ...
21. Evil Spirits Fall Down Before Jesus – Mark 3:11-12
Jesus has all power in whatever area of your life you might be experiencing weakness. Think about how you have treated Jesus in the past. Have you neglected Him or treated him carelessly? Or have you accepted him as Lord of All and as the Lord ...
22. Jesus Appoints the Twelve – Mark 3:13-19
Jesus didn’t choose people who were qualified. He chose people who were willing to say “yes,” and then he qualified them. How does that play out in your life? Are you waiting to become sufficiently qualified before serving God? Maybe sufficient...
23. His Family Think Jesus Has Gone Mad – Mark 3:10–21
Why does it so often feel like those who are closest to us are the ones who know us the least? We’ve all had family troubles at some stage or another. Who do you rely on when no-one understands you; not even your family? Have you learnt to rely...
24. Is it God or the Devil? – Mark 3:22–27
The teachers of the law can’t deny what Jesus is doing; that he really is liberating people from the power of demons. What is the one area of your life in which Satan attacks you the most? Do you realise that the devil lies bound and helpless a...
25. The Sin That Will Never Be Forgiven – Mark 3:28–30
Look at the positive part of what Jesus said. Every sin can be forgiven. Some people talk about the “unpardonable sin” but actually this phrase does not appear in the Bible at all. The only sin that cannot be forgiven is the sin that you don’t ...
