In this companion volume to
Mark 1-7: Bible Study Lessons
, Jesus heads to Israel's capital city, Jerusalem, where he will face the religious establishment. On the way, he prepares his disciples by predicting his death and teaching that serving others is the path to greatness. When they arrive, he foretells the coming disaster on Jerusalem and the temple.
Meanwhile the religious leaders are looking for a way to silence Jesus because he's an outsider and a rule breaker. Eventually their plan succeeds and Jesus is arrested, condemned, and crucified. But the story ends with the surprising announcement, "He has risen!"
Mark 8-16: Bible Study Lessons
explores the second half of Mark's Gospel with an emphasis on the historical setting of Jesus' time period. This self-study Bible course, for ages 14 and up, includes 30 lessons, 3 quizzes, 2 tests, and an answer key.