A series of vignettes where Jesus expands the meaning of discipleship and His Kingdom. The Kingdom is far more inclusive and valuable than the disciples understood.

The bridge between human inadequacy and Christ’s sufficiency is faith.

Mark 9:2-13

The Transfiguration

The veil is removed, and the glory of Jesus is revealed.

Jesus predicts His death and talks about how discipleship and self-denial are linked.

Jesus gives the gift of seeing. The book of Mark pivots with Peter’s confession.

Jesus' disciples often struggled to understand His parables, teachings and questions because He was speaking of spiritual matters and their minds were fixated on the physical world. Themes of striving for power and comfort in this world are things that our Lord would warn us about: "Watch out! Beware!"

Jesus brings the Gospel to the Gentiles.

Jesus addresses the true intent of the law.

I AM enters the struggle.

A prayer that shook a city; an exhortation to pray.