Part 38: Mark 13:1-23

Which events in time does Jesus refer to in Mark 13?

• The rise of the Roman empire and the rapture

• The destruction of the temple and the end times

• The destruction of the temple and the fall of the Roman Empire

• The protestant reformation and the second coming of Jesus

Which of the following argues AGAINST the destruction of the temple explanation of Mark 13?

• Urging people to flee Jerusalem

• Jesus warns of facing persecution before earthly authorities

• The destruction of the temple is not mentioned in Mark 13
• The second coming of Jesus is described

What is the significance of the destruction of the temple predicted in Mark 13?

• It signifies the return to traditional Jewish practices
• It represents the end to buildings used for religious purposes

• It confirms the end to the clean laws and sacrifices

• It solidifies the centre of Christianity to be in Jerusalem

Which of the following is NOT a trouble Jesus expects the disciples to face in Mark 13?

• Proclaiming the gospel

• Betrayal by family members
• Natural disasters

• War

What comfort does Jesus give the disciples (and us) to face the troubles in Mark 13?

• The assurance that the gospel will continue despite our set backs

• The assurance of escaping the troubles that we encounter

• the assurance of worldly resources to deal with the troubles.

• The assurance that God will protect us from all trouble

Who is the abomination of desolation in Mark 13:14 (possibly)?

• Muhammad

• The Pharisees

• The Roman army

• The Babylonians

Which of the follow is NOT a reason God allows Christians to suffer?

• To pay for their sins

• To advance the gospel

• To reveal hidden sin

• To make them holy