Opening Question

What makes someone a good student?

Introduction

Many commentators will divide Mark into two sections: the first half ends at 8:30 or perhaps 8:38, and the 2nd half ends at 16:8 (or 20). The first half answers the question, “who is Jesus”? This half shows the path to identity ending at Caesarea Philippi where Peter announces the identity of Jesus. The second half asks, “why will Jesus die?” and shows the path to the cross and the passion of Jesus.

This lesson examines several teachings on discipleship. Jesus will predict his death, and then reveal to the disciples the cost of ...