Thursday, November 01, 2018

Chart and Outline of Mark 11:27-12:40

Mark 11.27-12.40 chart

Outline of Mark 11:27-12:40

  • Introduction: Jesus makes his claim to national authority 11.1-26
    • Jesus presents himself as king 11.1-11
    • Jesus claims authority to judge the temple and nation 11.12-26
  • Round 1: Jesus vs. Priests, Elders. Teachers 11.27-12.12
    • Jesus’ authority is the same as John’s: God  27-33
    • Jewish leaders reject God when they reject Jesus 12.1-12
  • Round 2: Jesus v. Pharisees and Herodians 12.13-17
    • Trap: Is Rome the real authority over the Jews ? 13-14
    • Escape: God is the real authority.  15-17
  • Round 3: Jesus v. Sadducees 12.18-27
    • Doctrinal Challenge: Is there a resurrection? 18-23
    • Jesus Wins: Torah proves resurrection 24-27
  • Round 4: Jesus  and the Law Teacher 12.28-34
    • Authority recognized: Jesus asked for his doctrine opinion 28-33
    • Jesus’ Response: Kingdom access granted   34
  • Conclusion: Who is the real authority? 12.35-40
    • Messiah’s authority supersedes human authority  35-37
    • Jewish leaders rejected Jesus’ authority and are thus condemned 38-40

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