Mark

The Gospel emphasizing Jesus as the suffering Servant

New Testament 16 Chapters Author: Mark
Servant Action Suffering Power

Overview

The Servant's Preparation and Early Ministry

Ch. 1:1-45

Jesus' baptism, temptation, and the beginning of His Galilean ministry with calling disciples and demonstrating divine power

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Divine Identity Baptism and Temptation Calling Disciples Authority and Power
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Growing Opposition and Controversy

Ch. 2:1-3:35

Jesus' authority is challenged by religious leaders as He forgives sins, calls tax collectors, and redefines Sabbath observance

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Authority to Forgive Call of Outcasts Sabbath Conflicts Religious Opposition
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Parables and Miracles Reveal the Kingdom

Ch. 4:1-5:43

Jesus teaches in parables about God's kingdom and demonstrates His power over nature, demons, disease, and death

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Kingdom Parables Power over Nature Demon Deliverance Healing and Resurrection
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Ministry Expansion and Recognition Crisis

Ch. 6:1-8:30

Jesus sends out the twelve, feeds multitudes, but faces rejection in His hometown and misunderstanding about His identity

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Apostolic Mission Feeding Miracles Rejection at Home Identity Questions
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The Path of Suffering Revealed

Ch. 8:31-10:52

Jesus predicts His suffering three times while teaching about discipleship, service, and the cost of following Him

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Passion Predictions Discipleship Costs Servant Leadership Blind Faith
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Triumphal Entry and Temple Conflicts

Ch. 11:1-13:37

Jesus enters Jerusalem as king, cleanses the temple, engages in final debates with leaders, and prophesies about the future

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Messianic Entry Temple Cleansing Authority Debates Apocalyptic Prophecy
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Passion and Death of the Servant

Ch. 14:1-15:47

Jesus' betrayal, trial, crucifixion, and burial, showing His obedient suffering as the Servant of God

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Betrayal and Arrest Unjust Trials Crucifixion Servant's Death
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Resurrection and Commission

Ch. 16:1-20

The empty tomb, resurrection appearances, and the Great Commission to preach the gospel to all creation

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Empty Tomb Resurrection Appearances Great Commission Gospel Proclamation
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Chapters

Chapter 1

Gospel

The Beginning of the Gospel

John the Baptist prepares the way; Jesus is baptized and begins ministry

Key Verses: Mark 1:1, Mark 1:11, Mark 1:15

Gospel Baptism Beloved Son Kingdom
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Chapter 2

Faith

Jesus Heals and Forgives Sins

Jesus heals a paralytic and forgives his sins, showing His authority

Key Verses: Mark 2:5, Mark 2:10, Mark 2:17

Faith Forgiveness Authority Healing
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Chapter 3

Apostles

Choosing the Twelve

Jesus heals on the Sabbath and appoints the twelve apostles

Key Verses: Mark 3:13, Mark 3:14, Mark 3:35

Apostles Appointment Family of God God's Will
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Chapter 4

Parables

The Parable of the Sower

Jesus teaches in parables and explains the parable of the sower

Key Verses: Mark 4:3, Mark 4:9, Mark 4:20

Parables Hearing Fruit Good Soil
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Chapter 5

Demon Possession

Jesus Heals and Raises from the Dead

Jesus heals a demon-possessed man and raises Jairus's daughter

Key Verses: Mark 5:19, Mark 5:34, Mark 5:41

Demon Possession Faith Healing Resurrection
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Chapter 6

Rejection

Jesus Rejected and John Beheaded

Jesus is rejected in Nazareth and John the Baptist is executed

Key Verses: Mark 6:3, Mark 6:4, Mark 6:31

Rejection Prophet Rest Offense
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Chapter 7

Hypocrisy

Tradition and the Heart

Jesus teaches about true defilement and heals a Gentile woman's daughter

Key Verses: Mark 7:6, Mark 7:15, Mark 7:28

Hypocrisy Heart Defilement Faith
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Chapter 8

Confession

Peter's Confession and the Cross

Peter confesses Jesus as Christ; Jesus predicts His death

Key Verses: Mark 8:29, Mark 8:34, Mark 8:36

Confession Cross Discipleship Self-Denial
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Chapter 9

Transfiguration

The Transfiguration and Discipleship

Jesus is transfigured and teaches about true greatness

Key Verses: Mark 9:2, Mark 9:7, Mark 9:35

Transfiguration Beloved Son Servant Greatness
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Chapter 10

Marriage

Marriage, Riches, and Service

Jesus teaches about marriage, wealth, and serving others

Key Verses: Mark 10:6, Mark 10:21, Mark 10:45

Marriage Wealth Service Ransom
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Chapter 11

Triumphal Entry

The Triumphal Entry and Temple Cleansing

Jesus enters Jerusalem and cleanses the temple

Key Verses: Mark 11:9, Mark 11:17, Mark 11:25

Triumphal Entry Temple Prayer Forgiveness
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Chapter 12

Caesar

Teaching in the Temple

Jesus answers questions about taxes, resurrection, and the greatest commandment

Key Verses: Mark 12:17, Mark 12:25, Mark 12:30

Caesar Resurrection Love Commandments
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Chapter 13

Temple Destruction

Signs of the End

Jesus predicts the destruction of the temple and signs of the end

Key Verses: Mark 13:2, Mark 13:13, Mark 13:31

Temple Destruction Persecution Endurance Eternal Words
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Chapter 14

Last Supper

The Last Supper and Betrayal

Jesus institutes the Lord's Supper and is betrayed by Judas

Key Verses: Mark 14:22, Mark 14:24, Mark 14:36

Last Supper Covenant Prayer God's Will
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Chapter 15

King of Jews

The Crucifixion

Jesus is crucified and dies on the cross

Key Verses: Mark 15:2, Mark 15:34, Mark 15:39

King of Jews Forsaken Death Son of God
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Chapter 16

Resurrection

The Resurrection

Jesus rises from the dead and appears to His disciples

Key Verses: Mark 16:6, Mark 16:15, Mark 16:20

Resurrection Great Commission Preaching Signs
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About Mark

The Gospel emphasizing Jesus as the suffering Servant

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Mark