The Gospels Set 5 Study Resources
Companion study notes, commentary, and next-step resources for this set of readings from The Gospels Discipleship Journal.
This Set’s Big Idea
Jesus announces the kingdom, teaches with authority, heals the broken, forgives sin, and calls unlikely people to follow Him.
As you read, watch how Jesus proclaims the good news of God’s kingdom, demonstrates His authority through teaching and miracles, forgives sin, and welcomes people others often overlooked or rejected.
These notes correspond with Set 5 readings in The Gospels Discipleship Journal. First, use MTSM’s Pray, Read, Ask, and Pray method to study the passage devotionally. After you finish, use these notes to deepen your understanding if you’d like.
This set highlights both the authority and compassion of Jesus. He announces that the kingdom of God has arrived and calls people to repent and believe the good news. His authority is seen not only in His teaching, but also in His power over demons, sickness, uncleanness, and even sin itself. Wherever Jesus goes, lives are transformed.
As you read Mark 1–2 and John 5, pay attention to the different ways people respond to Jesus. Some are amazed by His authority. Some desperately seek His help. Some criticize Him for showing mercy to sinners. Others place their faith in Him. These passages remind us that Jesus came not merely to improve lives, but to forgive sin, restore the broken, and call people into His kingdom.
👉 Continue where you are in this set’s reading journey.
📖 Don’t rush—take time to reflect, write, and pray through Jesus’ authority, compassion, and call to follow Him.
Start with 🟦 Foundations Commentary.
If a passage raises questions or you want to go deeper, move to 🟩 Leader or 🟪 Deep Roots.
You do not need to read every (or any) commentary level to benefit from Mission and Messages.
Mark 1:14-28
Mark 1:29-39
Mark 1:40-2:12
- 🟦 Mark 1:1-45 Foundations Commentary – Jesus Calls, Cleanses, and Changes Lives
- 🟦 Mark 2:1-28 Foundations Commentary – Jesus’ Divine Authority Demonstrated
Mark 2:13-17
John 5:1-15
Your Next Step
Using The Gospels Journal in a Group Setting?
Continue the conversation with The Gospels Set 5 Discussion & Heart Check Questions. Explore Jesus’ proclamation of God’s kingdom, His authority over evil and sickness, His forgiveness of sin, His call of Levi, and His compassion for those in need of restoration.
Together, consider what it means to follow a King who not only teaches with authority but also moves toward the broken with compassion. Discuss repentance, faith, forgiveness, mercy, and how Jesus calls ordinary and unlikely people to become His disciples.
If you are not using The Gospels Journal in a group setting, you can still use the Discussion and Heart Check Questions for personal reflection, accountability, and application.
Perfect for: small groups, discipleship groups, families, Sunday School classes, one-on-one discipleship relationships, and personal reflection.
Keep Walking with Jesus
Remember, you’re not just reading Scripture—you’re learning to walk with Jesus. Stay consistent this week. Read slowly, reflect honestly, pray intentionally, and come back for the next step in the journey.
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