Free Reading Plans and Devotionals related to Mark 4

Did you know that we are called to be a peacemaker? Find out how we can live this each and every day in this four-day devotional from Holly Wagner. 

Are you burned out on the message of "hustle harder" and eager to find a new rhythm for life? If you are exhausted and ready to exchange busy for obedience, and fear of missing out for spiritual maturity, this is for you. Obedience over hustle is about partnering with God and surrendering the heart bent on striving.

Finding yourself torn by the tensions of your identity is more common than you think— but also painful. Making sense of your story with all its twists, turns and ambiguities can compel us to settle on an identity that’s not our own. Yet God extends a powerful invitation through His word and in the end, we must learn to make a home with Him in the tension of our identity.

Who is Jesus? Philosophy, literature, art, politics -- all of them have been profoundly impacted by the life and teaching of this one man. And Christians call him Savior -- the Son of God. Jesus is by any estimation one of the most influential figures in human history. So who is He? We’re here in Mark -- to find out what the Bible says about it.

Mark uses the Greek word euthus, often translated to “immediately,” 41 times to emphasize Jesus taking prompt actions to rescue anyone who believes in Him. The book is beautifully composed of two main sessions, summarised in this key verse in Mark 10:45, “The Son of Man did not come to be served but to serve, and to give his life as a ransom for many.”

What makes Mark’s Gospel unique from the others? The difference is in the details. Mark, telling the disciple Peter’s story, gives a private glimpse of how Jesus served. He’s constantly acting on others’ behalf. He lays aside a king’s royal robes (like we saw in Matthew) and girds Himself with the towel of service. These 9 lessons from Dr. J. Vernon McGee will stir your heart to serve like Jesus.

The Gospel of Mark is an eye-witness account from one of the closest followers of Jesus. In this nine-day plan, you’ll see how Mark has carefully crafted his story to show that Jesus is the Jewish Messiah who has come to bring God’s kingdom.

The Gospel of Mark is an eye-witness account from one of the closest followers of Jesus. In this nine-day plan, you’ll see how Mark has carefully crafted his story to show that Jesus is the Jewish Messiah who has come to bring God’s kingdom.

If you’re new to Jesus, new to the Bible, or helping a friend who is - Start Here. For the next 15 days, these 5-minute audio guides will walk you step-by-step through two fundamental Bible books: Mark and Colossians. Track Jesus’ story and discover the basics of following Him, with daily questions for individual reflection or group discussion. Follow once to get started, then invite a friend and follow again!

This plan will guide you in reading the Gospel of Mark and hear what God is speaking to you personally. We are looking forward to read and hear this together with our church.