Daily Readings (Page 119)

Was giving to the poor the real reason about the wastage of the ointment?

What is the significance of the use of oil on Jesus’ head?  

Why do the opponents seek to kill Jesus stealthily?  

How should we “wait” if we do not know when?  

What does “staying awake” mean?

How should we prepare ourselves for the coming of the Lord?  

What assurance does Jesus give to his disciples here?

What lesson can we learn from the budding olive branch?  

Read through this section from Mark 13:28-16:8; it deals with testing the authority of Jesus in his suffering as the Messiah.  Mark already highlighted Jesus’ authority and power.

What will happen when the Son of Man comes?  How will this affect us?