Friday, June 27, 2025

Mark 11

Scripture – Mark 11

Observation – 

  • Mark 11 – Jesus enters Jerusalem
    • Mark 11:1–11 – Jesus enters Jerusalem on a donkey
    • Mark 11:12–14 – Jesus curses a fruitless fig tree
    • Mark 11:15–19 – Jesus clears the temple
    • Mark 11:20–25 – The fig tree is withered. Jesus teaches about faith and forgiveness
    • Mark 11:27–33 – Religious leaders question Jesus’ authority

Timeless Outline – v26. Forgive because you have been forgiven first. For me, it is easy to tell others to forgive, but it isn't easy for me to forgive myself. I need to remember that Christ forgave me for all my sins, not just the current ones, but past present and future. I need to forgive others because Christ forgave me.

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Thursday, June 26, 2025

Mark 10

Scripture – Mark 10

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  • Mark 10 – Teachings, Miracles, and a Call to Follow
    • Mark 10:1–12 – Jesus teaches about divorce
    • Mark 10:13–16 – Jesus blesses the little children
    • Mark 10:17–31 – The rich young man and the cost of following Jesus
    • Mark 10:32–34 – Jesus predicts His death a third time
    • Mark 10:35–45 – James and John ask for greatness; Jesus teaches about serving
    • Mark 10:46–52 – Jesus heals blind Bartimaeus

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Wednesday, June 25, 2025

Mark 9

Scripture – Mark 9 

Observation – 

  • Mark 9 – Glory, Power, and Instruction
    • Mark 9:1–13 – The Transfiguration of Jesus
    • Mark 9:14–29 – Jesus heals a boy with an unclean spirit
    • Mark 9:30–32 – Jesus predicts His death and resurrection again
    • Mark 9:33–37 – True greatness is being a servant
    • Mark 9:38–41 – Whoever is not against us is for us
    • Mark 9:42–50 – Warning against sin and causing others to stumble

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Tuesday, June 24, 2025

Mark 8

Scripture – Mark 8

Observation – 

  • Mark 8 – Signs, Understanding, and Identity
    • Mark 8:1–10 – Jesus feeds the four thousand
    • Mark 8:11–13 – Pharisees demand a sign from heaven
    • Mark 8:14–21 – Jesus warns about the yeast of the Pharisees and Herod
    • Mark 8:22–26 – Jesus heals a blind man at Bethsaida
    • Mark 8:27–30 – Peter confesses that Jesus is the Christ
    • Mark 8:31–33 – Jesus predicts His death, and Peter is rebuked
    • Mark 8:34–38 – Jesus teaches about taking up your cross and following Him

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Mark 7

Scripture – Mark 7

Observation – 

  • Mark 7 – True Cleanliness and Healing
    • Mark 7:1–13 – Jesus confronts the Pharisees about traditions
    • Mark 7:14–23 – What comes from the heart makes a person unclean
    • Mark 7:24–30 – Jesus heals the Syrophoenician woman’s daughter
    • Mark 7:31–37 – Jesus heals a deaf and mute man

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Friday, June 20, 2025

Mark 6:33-56

Scripture – Mark 6:33-56 

Observation – 

  • Mark 6:33–56 – Jesus Feeds and Walks
    • Mark 6:33–34 – A great crowd follows, and Jesus has compassion
    • Mark 6:35–44 – Jesus feeds the five thousand
    • Mark 6:45–52 – Jesus walks on water and calms the disciples’ fear
    • Mark 6:53–56 – Many are healed as people come to Jesus in Gennesaret

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Thursday, June 19, 2025

Mark 6:1-32

Scripture – Mark 6:1-32

Observation –  

  • Mark 6:1–32 – Rejection, Mission, and Ministry
    • Mark 6:1–6 – Jesus is rejected in His hometown
    • Mark 6:7–13 – Jesus sends out the twelve disciples
    • Mark 6:14–29 – Herod has John the Baptist killed
    • Mark 6:30–32 – The disciples return and Jesus invites them to rest

Timeless Outline – John The Baptist still wanted to preach, even in prison. 

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Application – Share the Gospel in whatever Circumstances. Where ever you are. Even in prison.

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Wednesday, June 18, 2025

Mark 5

Scripture – Mark 5

Observation – 

  • Mark 5 – Jesus' Power Over Evil, Disease, and Death
    • Mark 5:1–20 – Jesus heals a man with many demons
    • Mark 5:21–24 – Jairus asks Jesus to heal his dying daughter
    • Mark 5:25–34 – A woman is healed by touching Jesus’ cloak
    • Mark 5:35–43 – Jesus raises Jairus’s daughter from the dead

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Tuesday, June 17, 2025

Mark 4

Scripture – Mark 4

Observation – 

  • Mark 4 – Parables of the Kingdom
    • Mark 4:1–20 – The Parable of the Sower and its explanation
    • Mark 4:21–25 – A lamp on a stand and the measure you use
    • Mark 4:26–29 – The Parable of the Growing Seed
    • Mark 4:30–34 – The Parable of the Mustard Seed
    • Mark 4:35–41 – Jesus calms the storm

Timeless Outline – Mark 4:24-25.

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Monday, June 16, 2025

Mark 3

Scripture – Mark 3

Observation – 

  • Mark 3:1-19 - Jesus is hated, adored, and followed
    • Mark 3:1-6 - The Lord of the Sabbath heals on the Sabbath
    • Mark 3:7-12 - Crowds come to Jesus
    • Mark 3:13-15 - Jesus chooses the twelve
    • Mark 3:16-19 - The disciples listed
  • Mark 3:20-35 - Jesus answers accusations
    • Mark 3:20-21 - An accusation from family
    • Mark 3:22 - An accusation from religious leaders 
    • Mark 3:23-37 - Jesus answers
    • Mark 3:28-30 - Jesus admonishes
    • Mark 3:31-35 - Jesus describes his true family

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Friday, June 13, 2025

Mark 2

Scripture – Mark 2 

Observation – 

  • Mark 2 – Questions About Jesus’ Authority
    • Mark 2:1–12 – Jesus heals and forgives a paralyzed man
    • Mark 2:13–17 – Jesus calls Levi and eats with sinners
    • Mark 2:18–22 – Jesus teaches about fasting
    • Mark 2:23–28 – Jesus is Lord of the Sabbath

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Mark 1

 Scripture – Mark 1

Observation – 

  • Mark 1 – The Beginning of the Good News
    • Mark 1:1–8 – John the Baptist prepares the way
    • Mark 1:9–11 – Jesus is baptized by John
    • Mark 1:12–13 – Jesus is tempted in the wilderness
    • Mark 1:14–15 – Jesus begins preaching the good news
    • Mark 1:16–20 – Jesus calls His first disciples
    • Mark 1:21–28 – Jesus teaches with authority and drives out an impure spirit
    • Mark 1:29–34 – Jesus heals Simon’s mother-in-law and many others
    • Mark 1:35–39 – Jesus prays and travels to preach
    • Mark 1:40–45 – Jesus heals a man with leprosy

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Wednesday, June 11, 2025

Psalm 95-97

Scripture – Psalm 95-97

Observation – 

  • Psalm 95 – A Call to Worship and Obey
    • Psalm 95:1–5 – Worship the Lord, Creator of all
    • Psalm 95:6–7 – Bow before the Shepherd who cares for His people
    • Psalm 95:8–11 – Do not harden your hearts like in the wilderness
  • Psalm 96 – Declare God’s Glory Among the Nations
    • Psalm 96:1–3 – Sing a new song and proclaim His salvation
    • Psalm 96:4–6 – The Lord is greater than all gods
    • Psalm 96:7–9 – Ascribe glory and worship the Lord in holiness
    • Psalm 96:10–13 – The Lord reigns and will judge the world in righteousness
  • Psalm 97 – The Lord Reigns in Glory and Justice
    • Psalm 97:1–6 – The earth trembles before the majestic Lord
    • Psalm 97:7–9 – All idols are shamed; the Lord is exalted
    • Psalm 97:10–12 – God preserves the righteous and brings them joy

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Tuesday, June 10, 2025

Psalm 92-94

Scripture – Psalm 92-94

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  • Psalm 92 – It Is Good to Praise the Lord
    • Psalm 92:1–4 – Joy in praising God for His works
    • Psalm 92:5–9 – God’s greatness contrasted with the wicked’s downfall
    • Psalm 92:10–11 – God gives strength and victory over enemies
    • Psalm 92:12–15 – The righteous flourish and declare God's faithfulness
  • Psalm 93 – The Lord Reigns in Majesty
    • Psalm 93:1–2 – God reigns with strength and eternal stability
    • Psalm 93:3–4 – The Lord is mightier than the raging seas
    • Psalm 93:5 – God’s statutes are trustworthy; His holiness endures
  • Psalm 94 – A Call for Justice from the God Who Sees
    • Psalm 94:1–7 – A plea for God to judge the wicked
    • Psalm 94:8–11 – A rebuke to those who think God does not see
    • Psalm 94:12–15 – Blessed is the one disciplined and protected by God
    • Psalm 94:16–19 – God is a help and comfort in trouble
    • Psalm 94:20–23 – The Lord will bring justice against evil rulers

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Monday, June 9, 2025

Psalm 90-91

Scripture – Psalm 90-91

Observation – 

  • Psalm 90 – Teach Us to Number Our Days
    • Psalm 90:1–2 – God is eternal, from everlasting to everlasting
    • Psalm 90:3–6 – Human life is brief and fragile
    • Psalm 90:7–11 – God’s righteous anger brings judgment
    • Psalm 90:12–17 – A prayer for wisdom, mercy, and favor
  • Psalm 91 – God's Protection for Those Who Trust Him
    • Psalm 91:1–2 – Trust in the shelter of the Most High
    • Psalm 91:3–8 – God protects from danger and destruction
    • Psalm 91:9–13 – Angels guard those who dwell in God’s refuge
    • Psalm 91:14–16 – God promises rescue, honor, and salvation to the faithful

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Friday, June 6, 2025

Psalm 89

Scripture – Psalm 89 

Observation – 

  • Psalm 89 – God’s Covenant with David and a Plea for Restoration
    • Psalm 89:1–4 – Praise for God's faithfulness and His covenant with David
    • Psalm 89:5–8 – The heavens praise God’s unmatched greatness
    • Psalm 89:9–14 – God rules creation with power, righteousness, and justice
    • Psalm 89:15–18 – Blessed are the people who walk in God's light
    • Psalm 89:19–29 – God's promises to strengthen and bless David’s line
    • Psalm 89:30–37 – God will discipline but not break His covenant
    • Psalm 89:38–45 – A lament over the apparent rejection of David’s line
    • Psalm 89:46–51 – A plea for God to remember His covenant and restore favor
    • Psalm 89:52 – A closing doxology: Praise be to the Lord forever

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Thursday, June 5, 2025

Psalm 86-88

Scripture – Psalm 86-88 

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  • Psalm 86 – A Prayer for Mercy and Strength
    • Psalm 86:1–7 – A plea for God to hear and save
    • Psalm 86:8–10 – Praise for God's uniqueness and power
    • Psalm 86:11–13 – A request for guidance and a thankful heart
    • Psalm 86:14–17 – A cry for help in the face of enemies
  • Psalm 87 – Glorious Things of Zion Are Spoken
    • Psalm 87:1–3 – God's love for Zion above all places
    • Psalm 87:4–6 – People from many nations are counted as citizens of Zion
    • Psalm 87:7 – Joyful worship springs from God's city
  • Psalm 88 – A Cry from the Depths
    • Psalm 88:1–2 – A desperate prayer to God
    • Psalm 88:3–7 – Overwhelmed by suffering and near death
    • Psalm 88:8–12 – Isolated and questioning God's silence
    • Psalm 88:13–18 – Continual prayer despite deep darkness and despair

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Wednesday, June 4, 2025

Psalm 84-85

Scripture – Psalm 84-85

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  • Psalm 84 – Longing for the House of the Lord
    • Psalm 84:1–2 – A deep longing for God's dwelling place
    • Psalm 84:3–4 – The blessedness of those who dwell in God’s house
    • Psalm 84:5–7 – Strength and blessing for those who journey to Zion
    • Psalm 84:8–9 – A prayer for God’s favor and protection
    • Psalm 84:10–12 – Joy in God's presence and trust in His goodness
  • Psalm 85 – Restore Us Again, O God
    • Psalm 85:1–3 – Remembering God's past forgiveness and restoration
    • Psalm 85:4–7 – A plea for renewed mercy and revival
    • Psalm 85:8–9 – A promise of peace to those who fear God
    • Psalm 85:10–13 – A vision of righteousness, peace, and blessing from God

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Tuesday, June 3, 2025

Psalm 81-83

Scripture – Psalm 81-83 

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  • Psalm 81 – Listen to God's Voice
    • Psalm 81:1–3 – A call to sing and celebrate God's greatness
    • Psalm 81:4–5 – God's established decree for Israel
    • Psalm 81:6–7 – God delivered Israel from slavery and answered their cries
    • Psalm 81:8–10 – A plea for Israel to listen and worship only God
    • Psalm 81:11–12 – Israel's refusal leads to being given over to their own ways
    • Psalm 81:13–16 – God's desire to bless if only His people would obey
  • Psalm 82 – God Judges the Earth
    • Psalm 82:1–2 – God rebukes unjust rulers
    • Psalm 82:3–4 – A call to defend the weak and needy
    • Psalm 82:5–7 – Earthly judges walk in darkness and will die like men
    • Psalm 82:8 – A plea for God to rise and judge the earth
  • Psalm 83 – A Prayer Against Israel’s Enemies
    • Psalm 83:1–4 – A call for God to not be silent as enemies plot
    • Psalm 83:5–8 – A listing of the nations allied against Israel
    • Psalm 83:9–12 – A request for God to defeat them as in past battles
    • Psalm 83:13–17 – A prayer for their complete defeat and shame
    • Psalm 83:18 – That all may know God's name and power over the earth

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Monday, June 2, 2025

Psalm 79-80

 Scripture – Psalm 79-80

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  • Psalm 79 – A Plea for Mercy 
    • Psalm 79:1–4 – Jerusalem is defiled and God's people are disgraced
    • Psalm 79:5–7 – A cry for how long God's anger will burn
    • Psalm 79:8–9 – A plea for forgiveness and deliverance for God's name's sake
    • Psalm 79:10–12 – A request for justice on the nations that have attacked
    • Psalm 79:13 – God's people vow to praise Him forever
  • Psalm 80 – Restore Us, O God
    • Psalm 80:1–3 – A cry to the Shepherd of Israel to shine forth and save
    • Psalm 80:4–7 – God's anger has brought sorrow and scorn
    • Psalm 80:8–13 – Israel is compared to a ravaged vine
    • Psalm 80:14–16 – A plea for God to return and tend His vine
    • Psalm 80:17–19 – A final call for restoration and renewed faithfulness

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Mark 15:1-41

Scripture – Mark 15:1-41 Observation –  Mark 15:1-15 - The trial with Pilate Mark 15:1-5 - The first trial Mark 15:6-15 - The second trial M...