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Foundations: New Testament - Mark

DAY 9 OF 16

Mark 8 ends on a somber note, with Jesus rebuking Peter and describing the cost of following Him. Because of the great level of sacrifice required, it’s important that we understand who Jesus is, and that was the point of His transfiguration in chapter 9. On a high mountain Jesus was transformed before Peter, James, and John. Elijah and Moses joined Him. Jesus used this event to further inform the disciples about His coming death and victorious resurrection. 

As soon as they came down from the mountain, the disciples were reminded of the importance of faith in God as the foundation for ministry. A desperate father asked the disciples to cast a demon out of his deaf, mute son. They tried and failed. When Jesus discovered their inability to cast out the demon, He attributed it to a lack of faith on their part. In contrast, the father displayed faith by trusting Jesus to heal the boy. No matter what Jesus calls you to do and what sacrifice is required as His disciple, it’s vitally important to put your faith and trust in Him as you carry out that call.

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Foundations: New Testament - Mark

This YouVersion study from Foundations: New Testament is a 16-day reading plan that walks you through the entire Gospel of Mark. No longer will you focus on checking off boxes on your daily reading schedule; instead, your purpose will be to understand and respond to God’s Word. This YouVersion study is adapted from the Foundations: New Testament Bible Study, a 260-day reading plan covering every chapter in the New Testament.

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