Mark 13 · Grade 4
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Read and Think
As Jesus left the temple, a disciple admired its massive stones and buildings. Jesus said every stone would be thrown down. On the Mount of Olives, Peter, James, John and Andrew asked privately when this would happen and what the sign would be.
Jesus warned them not to be led astray by those claiming to be the Christ. Wars, earthquakes and famines are the beginning of birth pains. His followers would be handed over and hated for His name, but the Good News must first be preached to all nations. When they are brought to trial, the Holy Spirit will give them words. "He who endures to the end will be saved."
After a time of great trouble, the Son of Man will come in clouds with great power and glory and gather His chosen ones from the ends of the earth. As a fig tree's tender branches signal summer, the signs show He is near. "Heaven and earth will pass away, but my words will not pass away." No one knows that day or hour. Like servants whose master has gone on a journey, we must watch.
Show What You Know
What did the disciple admire about the temple?
What did Jesus call wars, earthquakes and famines?
What did Jesus promise His followers when brought to trial?
What lesson does the fig tree teach?
Word Bank Fill-In
Use the word bank to fill in each blank.
- As Jesus left the , a disciple admired its massive stones and buildings.
- On the Mount of , Peter, James, John and Andrew asked privately when this would happen and what the sign would be.
- His followers would be handed over and hated for His name, but the News must first be preached to all nations.
- When they are brought to trial, the Holy Spirit will give them .
- After a time of great trouble, the Son of Man will come in clouds with great power and and gather His chosen ones from the ends of the earth.
Think About It
Jesus said His words will never pass away. How does that make the Bible different from every other book?
How can you watch for Jesus' return in everyday life without being afraid?
Memory Verse
“The Good News must first be preached to all the nations.”
Mark 13:10 (WEB)
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Prayer
Dear God, thank You for this Bible story. Help me to . Amen.
Take It Home
For families: talk about these together.
- Why must the Good News be preached to all nations?
- How can you stay faithful to Jesus while you wait for His return?
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