Jesus is making an extended forecast, but not about the weather-it is the future. It is an extended forecast because while some things did happen, others are yet to occur. We can rest assured this forecast is accurate.
Mark 13 is a parallel passage with Matthew 24 and Luke 21.
I. The temple will be destroyed. (vs. 2)
II. There will be disturbing trends. (vs. 6-8)
A. Spiritual confusion
B. Military conflicts
C. Natural calamities
III. There will be persecution (vs. 9-13)
A. 4th century
B. 16th century
C. 20th - 21st centuries
IV. What is to be our reaction?
A. Bear witness to Christ
B. Carry the gospel to everyone
C. Stand firm in challenging times
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