Bart Byl on Mark 14:12–31.

Series: Jesus in Action (The Gospel of Mark)

Jesus prepares and hosts the Passover for his disciples (including one he predicts will betray him). He transforms the feast into one that celebrates his own self-giving and atoning sacrifice—a New Exodus that will reach its completion in his heavenly kingdom.

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Bart Byl on Mark 13.

Series: Jesus in Action (The Gospel of Mark)

Don’t be deceived by world chaos and false messiahs. Endure persecution as a faithful witness to the gospel. Keep constant watch and be ready for the Master’s return at any time.

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Bart Byl on Mark 12:13-37.

Jesus wisely answers the questions of the Jewish leaders. But there’s an even more important question than those about politics, eschatology and ethics: is Jesus the divine Messiah?

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Bart Byl on Mark 12:1–12.

Series: Jesus in Action (The Gospel of Mark)

In the Parable of the Tenants, Jesus tells us he is God’s last word of mercy. He came to bring reconciliation, not judgment. He was sent by God in the full knowledge it would mean his own death, which was part of God’s plan to make exalt him as the central figure over God’s New Israel.

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Bart Byl on Mark 11:1–11.

Series: Jesus in Action (The Gospel of Mark)

Jesus enters Jerusalem as her true king of peace, but the adoring crowds want to use him for their own project of "salvation".

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Bart Byl on Mark 10:46–52.

Series: Jesus in Action (The Gospel of Mark)

Jesus heals the blind beggar who identifies him as the Son of David, appeals to his mercy, and follows him along the road. Bartimaeus is a model of true discipleship.

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Bart Byl on Mark 10:13-31.

Series: Jesus in Action (The Gospel of Mark)

The kingdom can only be received as a gift by people who know themselves to be as helpless as a little child. Human wealth and achievement only get in the way. But those who surrender it will receive more and eternal riches.

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Bart Byl on Mark 10:1-12.

Series: Jesus in Action (The Gospel of Mark)

Jesus points the Pharisees back to God’s original intent for marriage—the sacred union of a man and a woman for life. Christian marriage is an act of discipleship; breaking this covenant is disobedience to our Master.

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Bart Byl on Mark 9:30-50.

Series: Jesus in Action (The Gospel of Mark)

Christ, on his way to die for the disciples, teaches them to care more about serving the least than seeking greatness. Instead of turning on allies, he calls us to fight our own sin.

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Bart Byl on Mark 9:2-13.

Series: Jesus in Action (The Gospel of Mark)

Jesus’ commitment to suffer and die is vindicated by God, who reveals Christ’s true glory. Then the beloved Son comes down the mountain to die in shame for the world.

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