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Mark Bible Study: Building Our Faith on a Strong Foundation
Knowing Our Faith in Jesus Is True
Mark wrote his account of the life and ministry of Jesus during the time that first-century Christians were facing intense persecution because of their faith. The timing is important. Mark, in penning his Gospel, was proclaiming without apology that Jesus was indeed the Messiah and the Son of God—the fulfillment of Israel's hopes who had indeed ushered in God's reign. Although things looked bleak for Christ followers, they could be sure the foundation of their faith was secure. They would receive an eternal reward if they remained faithful to their Lord.
Just like Mark's readers, you need to know that your faith is built on a solid foundation. In this twelve-lesson study, you will explore the context of Mark's Gospel and examine what you can glean from what he wrote and—just as importantly—what he didn't write. This is an invitation for you to learn more about Jesus and life in his kingdom as you examine this unique Gospel from the perspectives of a first-century Christian and a twenty-first century Christian.
Each study in the Applying the Bible to Life series employs a three-step process to help you understand both the historical meaning of a biblical text and its relevance in modern times. The original meaning section reveals the questions and concerns the author was addressing. The past to present section then explains what significance the original audience would have found in the passage and what significance you can find in it today. Finally, the questions that accompany each section will help you apply the author's words and teachings to your own life and find meaning in them for what you are facing.
Mark wrote his account of the life and ministry of Jesus during the time that first-century Christians were facing intense persecution because of their faith. The timing is important. Mark, in penning his Gospel, was proclaiming without apology that Jesus was indeed the Messiah and the Son of God—the fulfillment of Israel's hopes who had indeed ushered in God's reign. Although things looked bleak for Christ followers, they could be sure the foundation of their faith was secure. They would receive an eternal reward if they remained faithful to their Lord.
Just like Mark's readers, you need to know that your faith is built on a solid foundation. In this twelve-lesson study, you will explore the context of Mark's Gospel and examine what you can glean from what he wrote and—just as importantly—what he didn't write. This is an invitation for you to learn more about Jesus and life in his kingdom as you examine this unique Gospel from the perspectives of a first-century Christian and a twenty-first century Christian.
Each study in the Applying the Bible to Life series employs a three-step process to help you understand both the historical meaning of a biblical text and its relevance in modern times. The original meaning section reveals the questions and concerns the author was addressing. The past to present section then explains what significance the original audience would have found in the passage and what significance you can find in it today. Finally, the questions that accompany each section will help you apply the author's words and teachings to your own life and find meaning in them for what you are facing.
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Published April 29, 2025
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January 20, 2026
Mark Bible Study: Building Our Faith on a Strong Foundation by Kevin G. Harney (with David E. Garland)
Mark Bible Study: Building Our Faith on a Strong Foundation is a thoughtful twelve‑lesson Bible study rooted in the Gospel of Mark, designed to help readers today understand how the early church’s confidence in Jesus as Messiah and Son of God can strengthen and anchor their own faith. The study explores Mark’s historical context, showing how his Gospel was written to persecuted first‑century Christians to affirm that their faith stood on solid ground, promising eternal reward for faithfulness to Christ. As you work through each lesson, you are invited to examine what Mark wrote and why, the concerns he addressed, and what that means for believers now. Each section blends original meaning, past‑to‑present application, and guided questions so you can draw out both Scripture’s ancient message and its relevance in your life.
I came away feeling more grounded in my understanding of who Jesus is and why the early church held fast to their faith, even under pressure, and this study helped me connect those truths to my own spiritual walk with clarity and purpose. The structure is gentle yet rich, making deep Scripture study feel accessible without being simplistic.
Rating: 4 out of 5, for its solid biblical foundation and clear, life‑applicable teaching.
Mark Bible Study: Building Our Faith on a Strong Foundation is a thoughtful twelve‑lesson Bible study rooted in the Gospel of Mark, designed to help readers today understand how the early church’s confidence in Jesus as Messiah and Son of God can strengthen and anchor their own faith. The study explores Mark’s historical context, showing how his Gospel was written to persecuted first‑century Christians to affirm that their faith stood on solid ground, promising eternal reward for faithfulness to Christ. As you work through each lesson, you are invited to examine what Mark wrote and why, the concerns he addressed, and what that means for believers now. Each section blends original meaning, past‑to‑present application, and guided questions so you can draw out both Scripture’s ancient message and its relevance in your life.
I came away feeling more grounded in my understanding of who Jesus is and why the early church held fast to their faith, even under pressure, and this study helped me connect those truths to my own spiritual walk with clarity and purpose. The structure is gentle yet rich, making deep Scripture study feel accessible without being simplistic.
Rating: 4 out of 5, for its solid biblical foundation and clear, life‑applicable teaching.
April 3, 2025
5 stars
This is an absolutely incredible study on the Gospel of Mark. Mark wrote a gospel so different from Matthew, Luke and John, all four men relay the same facts, yet the differences in their perspectives is one of the many things that make the Bible so compelling.
This is the first study I have done on the book of Mark. It is concise, theologically biblical and perfect for an individual or a group study. Each of the 12 chapters are broken into multiple sections which makes it is to break into multiple days per chapter or just a chapter at a time.
I highly recommend this book.
I received a complimentary copy of this book from Netgalley and the Publisher.
This is an absolutely incredible study on the Gospel of Mark. Mark wrote a gospel so different from Matthew, Luke and John, all four men relay the same facts, yet the differences in their perspectives is one of the many things that make the Bible so compelling.
This is the first study I have done on the book of Mark. It is concise, theologically biblical and perfect for an individual or a group study. Each of the 12 chapters are broken into multiple sections which makes it is to break into multiple days per chapter or just a chapter at a time.
I highly recommend this book.
I received a complimentary copy of this book from Netgalley and the Publisher.
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