Mar 17 2024 31 mins
Jesus is making an extended forecast, but not about the weather-it is the future. It is an extended forecast because while some things did happen, others are yet to occur. We can rest assured this forecast is accurate. Mark 13 is a parallel passage with Matthew 24 and Luke 21. I. The temple will be destroyed. (vs. 2) II. There will be disturbing trends. (vs. 6-8) A. Spiritual confusion B. Military conflicts C. Natural calamities III. There will be persecution (vs. 9-13) A. 4th century B. 16th century C. 20th - 21st centuries IV. What is to be our reaction? A. Bear witness to Christ B. Carry the gospel to everyone C. Stand firm in challenging times