The Four Gospels
No matter what background we come from, if we get to know Jesus, as shown in these four gospels, our lives will be greatly blessed and even transformed - never to be the same! Get to know the One whose life, death, resurrection, and teachings can save us from eternal loss, and give us hope and eternal life, when we accept Him by faith! In the study of the gospels of Jesus Christ, written in the first century AD, we can get to know God and His teachings more intimately. When we study with an open and honest heart to know who God really is, He will reveal Himself to us in powerful ways! Our lives will never be the same as we encounter who Jesus really is, from His teachings as found in these four gospels! May God bless you and draw you nearer to Him as you study the contents of the four gospels - Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John.
The Gospel of Mark
Mark is the shortest of all four gospels (just 16 chapters) and it was also likely the earliest of them to be written (estimated between A.D. 55-65). The language style of Mark is quick and to the point, but also very effective. May you be richly blessed as you study this lesson series through the gospel of Mark!
Note: This particular series was recorded before an ESL audience in South Korea. So, you will likely come across some references to the culture and language needs of the immediate audience. However, I trust you will find the overall materials suitable for any English audience! Be Blessed!
| Ls.# | Sermon or Lesson Title | Date Presented | Listen OR Download MP3 | PDF Notes |
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| 1 | The Forerunner, Messiah, and His Work Mark 1:1-45 |
5-15-2012, pt.2+ |
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| 2 | Messiah heals, calls, teaches, and reforms (Sabbath Reforms) Mark 2:1-28 |
5-16-2012, pt.2 |
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| 3 | Reform, Rage, Selection, and Rejection Mark 3:1-35 |
5-22-2012, pt.2 |
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| 4 | Receiving the seed of Heaven and Riding the Raging Seas Mark 4:1-41 |
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| 5 | Rebuking Devils and healing Women Mark 5:1-43 |
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| 6 | Christ, the Twelve, and John the Baptist’s Death Mark 6:1-30 |
(Ls.6 pt2 on next) |
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| 7 | Laboring, Resting, Walking, and Healing Mark 6:31-56 |
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| 8 | Religious Tradition vs. Commandments, Real Sin, and Healings Mark 7:1-37 |
6-4-2012, pt.2 6-6-2012, pt.3 6-7-2012, pt.4 |
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| 9 | Signs, Pharisees, Leaven, Confession, and Discipleship Mark 8:1-38 |
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| 10 | Transfiguration, Exorcism, and Servants Mark 9:1-41 |
6-13-2012, pt.2 |
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| 11 | Life Choices, Death, and Hell fire Mark 9:42-50 |
6-18-2012, pt.4 6-19-2012, pt.5 |
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| 12 | Marriage and Divorce, True and False, Riches, and True Greatness Mark 10:1-52 |
7-12-2012, pt.2 7-16-2012, pt.3 |
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| 13 | Triumphal Entry, Temple Cleansing, fig trees, Faith, and Authority Mark 11:1-33 |
7-18-2012, pt.2 (+L14 pt.1) |
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| 14 | The Vineyard, Taxes, Resurrection, Love, and Bad Leaders Mark 12:1-44 |
7-24-2012, pt.3 |
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| 15 | Troublous Times and Christ’s Return (Last Day Events) Mark 13:1-37 |
7-26-2012, pt.2 7-30-2012, pt.3 |
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| 16 | Anointing, Passover, and Last Supper Mark 14:1-31 |
8-2-2012, pt.2+ |
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| 17 | Gethsemane, Betrayal, Trial, and Denial (The Darkest Hour) Mark 14:32-72 |
8-7-2012, pt.4 8-8-2012, pt.5 |
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| 18 | The Trial with Pilate and the Beating of Christ Mark 15:1-23 |
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| 19 | The Crucifixion and Burial of Jesus Mark 15:24-47 |
8-14-2012, pt.3 |
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| 20 | The Resurrection, Appearances, and Final Words Mark 16:1-20 |
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The Gospel of John
The gospel of John was written by the Apostle John around 60-90 AD, likely from Ephesus. It stands uniquely alone among the four gospels in that it is not considered "synoptic," meaning "seeing the same thing," since Matthew, Mark, and Luke repeat a lot of the same things, just with more or less detail, and some slight differences of wording, etc. John's gospel takes a more unique approach. The book shows the Divinity of Christ Jesus and the author focuses upon God's love. Eight miracles, and eight "I Am" statements are found in this gospel. John also records the three passover events Jesus attended, revealing how His public ministry lasted a mere three and one half years. In this gospel you'll find precious dialogues and prayers which Jesus had with others and with God. May you enjoy, be blessed, and brought nearer to Jesus by the study of it! Weekly Class Schedule - Click Here
| Ls.# | Sermon or Lesson Title | Date Presented | Listen OR Download MP3 | PDF Notes |
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| 1 | Intro to Gospel of John, the Word, and the Forerunner John 1:1-28 |
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| 2 | Messiah gathers His Disciples John 1:29-51 |
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| 3 | Wedding Feast at Cana, Temple Cleansing John 2:1-25 |
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| 4 | Nicodemus and the New Birth John 3:1-21 |
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| 5 | Baptism - Life through Christ and His Way John 3:22-36 |
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| 6 | Woman at the Well, Saved and Saving John 4:1-25 |
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| 7 | Healings, Jesus, Sabbath, and Law John 4:43-5:21 |
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| 8 | Christ and the Father, Hearing them, and Feeding 5000 John 5:22-6:14 |
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| 9 | Miracles, Habits, and Teachings of the Bread of Life John 6:15-40 |
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| 10 | Eating the Flesh and Blood of Jesus John 6:41-71 |
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| 11 | Jesus Messiah Revealed at Feast of Tabernacles John 7:1-53 |
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12 | Adulterous Woman and Freedom from Sin! John 8:1-59 |
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| 13 | Healing the Eyes of the Blind John 9:1-41 |
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14 | Christ, the Good Shepherd John 10:1-42 |
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| 15 | Jesus Awakens the Dead John 11:1-44 |
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16 | Fragrant Love and Callous Unbelief John 11:45-12:11 |
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| 17 | Facing Christ and His Words John 12:12-50 |
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18 | Dining with Jesus; Washed by the Lamb John 13:1-38 |
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| 19 | Loving and Living for Jesus John 14:1-31 |
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20 | Abiding in Jesus John 15:1-27 |
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| 21 | Jesus announces His departure and Our Comforter John 16:1-33 |
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22 | The Prayer of Jesus John 17:1-26 |
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| 23 | The Capture and Trial of Jesus John 18:1-40 |
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24 | The Crucifixion of Jesus John 19:1-42 |
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| 25 | The Resurrection of Jesus John 20:1-31 |
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26 | Final Sightings and Instructions of Jesus John 21:1-25 |
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