The Gospel of Mark
Congratulations on completing the section on the Royal Kingdom! We now come to our second "Messianic Checkpoint" with the Gospel according to Mark. Read and reflect on the story of Jesus as we continue to dive into the Bible with Fr. Mike Schmitz.
9 sessions
1Intro to MarkJoin Fr. Mike Schmitz and Jeff Cavins as they introduce the next section of the Bible: the Gospel according to Mark.Messianic Checkpoint 2: Begin Here
2Day 154: The Baptism of JesusLearn more at: https://ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear - As we begin reading the Gospel of Mark, Fr. Mike points out several amazing details about the baptism of Jesus. Today's readings are: Mark 1-2, Psalm 11.Jun 3: Mark 1-2, Psalm 11
3Day 155: Jesus is LordLearn more at: https://ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear - Today we read about Jesus' teachings and miracles that confirm his identity as Lord as Fr. Mike reads and reflects on Mark 3-4, Psalm 20.Jun 4: Mark 3-4, Psalm 20
4Day 156: Casting Out DemonsLearn more at: https://ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear - Fr. Mike focuses on Jesus' power to cast out demons and reminds us that there is an ongoing spiritual battle for our souls. Today's readings are: Mark 5-6, Psalm 21.Jun 5: Mark 5-6, Psalm 21
5Day 157: Following JesusLearn more at: https://ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear -Fr. Mike emphasizes that following Jesus requires humility, faith, and courage as he reads and reflects on Mark 7-8, Psalm 23.Jun 6: Mark 7-8, Psalm 23
6Day 158: The Reality of SinLearn more at: https://ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear - Fr. Mike highlights the reality of sin and our capacity to choose hell as he reads and reflects on Mark 9-10, Psalm 29.Jun 7: Mark 9-10, Psalm 29
7Day 159: Bearing FruitLearn more at: https://ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear - Fr. Mike breaks down Jesus' interactions with his disciples and the sadducees as he reads and reflects on Mark 11-12, Psalm 67.Jun 8: Mark 11-12, Psalm 67
8Day 160: Jesus Gives WarningLearn more at: https://ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear - Fr. Mike guides us through Jesus's warning of persecution to the people of Israel as we near the end of Mark's Gospel. Our readings are: Mark 13-14; Psalm 68.Jun 9: Mark 13-14; Psalm 68
9Day 161: Crucifixion of ChristLearn more at: https://ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear - Fr. Mike finishes the gospel of Mark by reflecting on the death and resurrection of Christ as he reads Mark 15-16; Psalm 22.Jun 10: Mark 15-16, Psalm 22