The HEART of a SERVANT
“What It Means to Follow the Master”
Mark 13:1-37
“For even the Son of Man did not come to be served, but to serve, and to give His life a ransom for many.” Mk. 10:45
I. LAST DAY’S Kingdom Character (13:1-37)
1. Be on Guard (13:1-8)
After the disciples commented on the ______ of the
Temple, Jesus announced it’s coming destruction!
cf. Mk. 13:1-2; 11:15-18; Mt. 19:43-44; 23:38; Lk. 21:20
As Jesus addressed His disciples ________, they asked
Him when it would happen & what the sign would be.
This “Olivet Discourse” begins with a prediction of a
future time of __________ & desolation! (vv. 5-8)
“Birth pangs” seem to suggest increased _________ &
intensity. (v. 8) i.e. “the beginning…” cf. 1 Th. 5:3
2. Be Bold (13:9-13)
Jesus said to expect increasing opposition & _______.
These experiences of believers will be “________
opportunities.”(vv. 9-11) i.e. persecution->proclamation
NOTE – the phrases “for My sake”(v. 9) & “because of
My name”(v. 13). Key = Endurance (Heb. 10:32-39)
3. Be Strong (13:14-23)
The “Abomination of Desolation” comes from the book
of Daniel & many believe it refers to the ________.
cf. Dan. 9:27; 11:31; 12:11; Rev. 13-14
This seems to mark a Turning Point in the future
“___________” period when conditions on earth will
be the worst they’ve ever been! (vv. 15-20)
NOTE – God’s protection of “the _______.” (vv. 20,22)
4. Be Alert (13:24-37)
The _______ of this period of Judgment will be
terrifying signs in the heavens & the Glorious Return
of Jesus Christ! (vv. 24-27) cf. Lk. 21:25-28
This discourse of Jesus with His disciples ended with
2 parables that stressed their need to be ______!
NOTE – the repetition of “you do not know!”(vv. 32-35)
Practical Application:
- “My Words” – Mk. 13:31; 2 Thess. 2:10-12
- “Watch & Pray” – Mk. 13:33; 14:34, 37-38
Appointments with God
The HEART of a SERVANT
Mark 1:29-45
Monday, March 19th
Meditate upon the Priority of Prayer in Jesus’ Life:
- Mark 1:32-35
What does this passage say about the Power and
Priority of Jesus’ Prayer Life? What can you
learn from Him? Practice it in prayer today!
Tuesday, March 20th
Meditate upon the Priority of Prayer in Jesus’ Life:
- Mark 6:30-32
What does this passage say about the Power and
Priority of Jesus’ Prayer Life? What can you
learn from Him? Practice it in prayer today!
Wednesday, March 21st
Meditate upon the Priority of Prayer in Jesus’ Life:
- Mark 6:45-46
What does this passage say about the Power and
Priority of Jesus’ Prayer Life? What can you
learn from Him? Practice it in prayer today!
Thursday, March 22nd
Meditate upon the Priority of Prayer in Jesus’ Life:
- Mark 14:32-42
What does this passage say about the Power and
Priority of Jesus’ Prayer Life? What can you
learn from Him? Practice it in prayer today!
Friday, March 23rd
Meditate upon the Priority of Prayer in Jesus’ Life:
- Luke 5:15-16
What does this passage say about the Power and
Priority of Jesus’ Prayer Life? What can you
learn from Him? Practice it in prayer today!
Saturday/Sunday, March 24-25
Meditate upon the Priority of Prayer in Jesus’ Life:
- Luke 6:12-13; 9:18
What does this passage say about the Power and
Priority of Jesus’ Prayer Life? What can you
learn from Him? Practice it in prayer today!
45-2012-The Heart of a Servant (Mark 13_1-37)
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