The Life of Jesus According to Mark

The cross seemed like the end to the disciples. All of their hopes and expectations died on the cross with Jesus. Yet it is only through the cross that there would be life for them and each of us.

The night of betrayal and upcoming denial reach a pinnacle in the Garden of Gethsemane when Jesus cries out to his father, "Take this cup from me."

Jesus rides into Jerusalem on a donkey. He is the king, but a very different kind of king. The people are singing praises to him. What lies ahead for Jesus, the Son of God?

The rich young man put his faith and trust in his wealth and accomplishments and had alienated himself from God. Where do we place our faith and trust?

Jesus took Peter, James and John up on the mountain to see his glory. They experienced the very presence and glory of God.

Peter correctly identifies Jesus as the Christ - the anointed one - the Messiah. Jesus then tells the disciples he must suffer and die. Why does Peter rebuke him?

Do we serve and obey God out of blind obedience or out of love and devotion? God desires to have a relationship with us.

Jesus taught the disciples about faith, then tested their faith and finally called them to go out and preach, teach and serve. What does it mean today to be called to discipleship?

Jesus and his followers were challenged by religious leaders on observance of the law. Today in the life of Christians, the law of God becomes a life of love.

Jesus said to Simon and Andrew, "Come, follow me." Today he calls us to follow him. What is our response?