The Gospel of Mark challenges the expected ideal of the Messiah-not a conquering king or a wish-granting genie, but rather a man of sorrows and a suffering servant. This short yet impactful account of Jesus' life reveals the character of the One who came to save us. Jesus mourned the brokenness around Him: the sickness, the pain, the hardness of heart. He grew angry at the sin of those who led His sheep astray. He was the One who came not to be served, but to serve. He came to prove the faithfulness of God and provide unshakeable hope as we walk through hardships. Jesus was not what they were expecting; He was better. And that's good news! This study is designed to provide a foundation for inductive Bible study and will help you: - Release the bonds of a "perfect quiet time" to find deeper, richer time in the Word - Build confidence as you learn how to study the Bible firsthand - Discover truths about God and His character - Connect the Old and New Testaments - Grow in your faith and knowledge in a way that produces life change The word feast is rooted in abundance, and that's what awaits us in Scripture: a table laid out before us, not only for our essential nourishment, but also for our enjoyment. ALSO AVAILABLE: For companion teachings, group discussion questions, and other resources, visit FeastingOnTruth.com/Mark.