In Mark 13:1-23, Jesus foretells the temple’s destruction, warns of false messiahs, global unrest, persecution, and betrayal. Believers are to endure as the gospel is preached. He commands urgent flight when the abomination of desolation appears, for severe tribulation is coming.
In Mark 12:28-44, Jesus affirms the greatest commandments—love for God and neighbor—challenges the scribes’ understanding of the Messiah, condemns their hypocrisy, and praises a widow’s sacrificial offering as true devotion.
In Mark 12:13-27, the religious leaders attempt to trap Jesus with questions about paying taxes to Caesar and the resurrection. Jesus responds with wisdom, silencing their challenges and affirming both God’s authority and the reality of the resurrection.
In Mark 11:27-12:12, Jesus confronts the religious leaders who question His authority, then tells a parable exposing their rejection of God’s messengers and His Son, foretelling judgment on them.
In Mark 11:15–25, Jesus cleanses the temple, condemns its corruption, withers a fig tree as a sign of judgment on fruitlessness, and teaches the disciples about the power of faith, prayer, and the necessity of forgiveness.
In Mark 11:1–14, Jesus makes His triumphal entry into Jerusalem, fulfilling messianic prophecy by riding a colt, while the crowds shout “Hosanna” and quote Psalm 118, expecting a political deliverer. He then inspects the temple, finding it unworthy. On the way back, He curses a fig tree for bearing no fruit—symbolizing Israel’s spiritual barrenness and impending judgment. This passage marks the beginning of Passion Week and highlights Jesus’ authority, intentionality, and prophetic actions.
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