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CRUCIFIXION EVEMark 14 “The hour has come. Look, the Son of man is betrayed into the hands of sinners” (Mark 14:41). The events of the night before Jesus was crucified are detailed in each Gospel. However familiar, each retelling speaks powerfully to our hearts. OverviewJesus was anointed with expensive perfume in Bethany (14:1–11). He sharedContinue reading “The 365-Day Devotional Commentary”

LAST-WEEK TEACHINGSMark 12–13 “As He taught, Jesus said, ’Watch out for the teachers of the Law. . . . They devour widows’ houses and for a show make lengthy prayers. Such men will be punished most severely’ ” (Mark 12:38–40). Confrontation is sometimes necessary. And at such times often blunt speech is required. OverviewIn theContinue reading “The 365-Day Devotional Commentary”

TO JERUSALEMMark 10–11 “Blessed is the coming kingdom of our father David!” (Mark 11:10) Christ was acclaimed entering Jerusalem. But many incidents revealed He was not esteemed for Himself. OverviewPersistent unbelief is illustrated by the Pharisees (10:1–12) and a wealthy young man (vv. 17–31), whom Mark contrasted with little children (vv. 13–16). Jesus’ prediction ofContinue reading “The 365-Day Devotional Commentary”

DISCIPLESHIPMark 8–9 “Jesus took Peter, James and John with Him and led them up a high mountain, where they were all alone. There He was transfigured before them” (Mark 9:2). Disciples who remain committed to Jesus despite opposition may well suffer. But we are also privileged to witness expressions of Christ’s power. OverviewNow feeding theContinue reading “The 365-Day Devotional Commentary”