Monthly Archives: September 2013

1 Peter 1:1-2 Rewind

Posted on September 16, 2013 by Plymothian

Peter, an apostle of Jesus Christ, To those who are elect exiles of the Dispersion in Pontus, Galatia, Cappadocia, Asia, and Bithynia, 2 according to the foreknowledge of God the Father, in the sanctification of the Spirit, for obedience to … Continue reading →

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1 Peter 1:1-9 Who Are We?

Posted on September 13, 2013 by Plymothian

Peter, an apostle of Jesus Christ, To God’s elect, exiles scattered throughout the provinces of Pontus, Galatia, Cappadocia, Asia and Bithynia,2 who have been chosen according to the foreknowledge of God the Father, through the sanctifying work of the Spirit, … Continue reading →

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II Mark I Peter Overview

Posted on September 12, 2013 by Plymothian

Peter, it is claimed by some, wrote Mark.  Having finished his account of the life of Jesus it would now be good to read his pastoral advice to the scattered Christians in northern Asia Minor (modern Turkey).  However, did Peter … Continue reading →

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Mark: The End

Posted on September 11, 2013 by Plymothian

9 When Jesus rose early on the first day of the week, he appeared first to Mary Magdalene, out of whom he had driven seven demons. 10 She went and told those who had been with him and who were mourning and … Continue reading →

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Mark 16:1-8 The Resurrection

Posted on September 10, 2013 by Plymothian

When the Sabbath was over, Mary Magdalene, Mary the mother of James, and Salome bought spices so that they might go to anoint Jesus’ body. 2 Very early on the first day of the week, just after sunrise, they were on … Continue reading →

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Mark 15:42-47 The Burial of Jesus

Posted on September 10, 2013 by Plymothian

42 It was Preparation Day (that is, the day before the Sabbath). So as evening approached, 43 Joseph of Arimathea, a prominent member of the Council, who was himself waiting for the kingdom of God, went boldly to Pilate and asked for … Continue reading →

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Mark 15:16-41 Crucifixion

Posted on September 6, 2013 by Plymothian

16 The soldiers led Jesus away into the palace (that is, the Praetorium) and called together the whole company of soldiers. 17 They put a purple robe on him, then twisted together a crown of thorns and set it on … Continue reading →

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Mark 15:1-15 Pilate and Barabbas

Posted on September 5, 2013 by Plymothian

Very early in the morning, the chief priests, with the elders, the teachers of the law and the whole Sanhedrin, made their plans. So they bound Jesus, led him away and handed him over to Pilate. 2 “Are you the king … Continue reading →

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Mark 14:53-72 Confession and Denial

Posted on September 4, 2013 by Plymothian

53 They took Jesus to the high priest, and all the chief priests, the elders and the teachers of the law came together. 54 Peter followed him at a distance, right into the courtyard of the high priest. There he sat with … Continue reading →

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Mark 14:32-52 Gethsemane

Posted on September 3, 2013 by Plymothian

32 They went to a place called Gethsemane, and Jesus said to his disciples, “Sit here while I pray.” 33 He took Peter, James and John along with him, and he began to be deeply distressed and troubled. 34 “My soul is overwhelmed … Continue reading →

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