Gospel Reading Plan · Year One

The Gospel of Mark

Follow Jesus through Mark’s fast-moving account of the Servant-King: acting with authority, showing compassion, suffering willingly, and triumphing over death.

7 Weeks July 13 – August 28, 2026 Monday–Friday Readings

How to Use This Plan

Read the assigned passage each weekday. Take time to notice what the text reveals about Jesus, how people respond to Him, and what faithful discipleship requires.

Week 15

The Servant Begins

Mark 1–2

July 13–17
MondayMark 1:1–20
TuesdayMark 1:21–45
WednesdayMark 2:1–17
ThursdayMark 2:18–28
FridayReview Mark 2:10

Old Testament Connections: Isaiah 40:3 · Psalm 2

Mark introduces Jesus with urgency and action. The promised Messiah immediately begins proclaiming the Kingdom, demonstrating divine authority through teaching, healing, forgiving sins, and calling ordinary people to follow Him.

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Week 16

The Servant Under Opposition

Mark 3–4

July 20–24
MondayMark 3:1–19
TuesdayMark 3:20–35
WednesdayMark 4:1–20
ThursdayMark 4:21–34
FridayMark 4:35–41

Old Testament Connections: Isaiah 6 · Psalm 107:23–30

As Jesus’ ministry expands, opposition also grows. His parables reveal the condition of the human heart, while His authority over nature confirms that even creation obeys the Servant-King.

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Week 17

The Compassionate Servant

Mark 5–6

July 27–31
MondayMark 5:1–20
TuesdayMark 5:21–43
WednesdayMark 6:1–29
ThursdayMark 6:30–44
FridayMark 6:45–56

Old Testament Connections: Psalm 23 · Psalm 107

Jesus displays remarkable compassion toward the desperate, the broken, and the outcast. His miracles reveal both His divine power and His deep concern for those who come to Him in faith.

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Week 18

The Revealed Servant

Mark 7–8

August 3–7
MondayMark 7:1–23
TuesdayMark 7:24–37
WednesdayMark 8:1–21
ThursdayMark 8:22–30
FridayMark 8:31–38

Old Testament Connections: Isaiah 29:13 · Daniel 7:13–14

Jesus exposes empty religion while progressively revealing His true identity. Peter’s confession marks a turning point as Jesus begins preparing His disciples for a suffering Messiah rather than a conquering political king.

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Week 19

The Serving King

Mark 9–10

August 10–14
MondayMark 9:1–29
TuesdayMark 9:30–50
WednesdayMark 10:1–31
ThursdayMark 10:32–45
FridayMark 10:46–52

Old Testament Connection: Isaiah 53

Greatness in God’s Kingdom is measured by humility and service. Jesus teaches that the King Himself came not to be served, but to serve and to give His life as a ransom for many.

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Week 20

The Suffering Servant Triumphs

Mark 11–16

August 17–21
MondayMark 11–12
TuesdayMark 13
WednesdayMark 14
ThursdayMark 15
FridayMark 16

Old Testament Connections: Psalm 22 · Isaiah 53 · Daniel 7

The Servant willingly lays down His life, accomplishing redemption through the cross. His resurrection vindicates every claim He made and proclaims His victory over sin, death, and the grave.

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Week 21

From Servant to Savior

Transition · Mark 10:45 & Luke 1:1–4

August 24–28
MondayMark 10:45
TuesdayLuke 1:1–2
WednesdayLuke 1:3–4
ThursdayReview Both Passages
FridayReflective Reading

Mark presents Jesus as the Servant who acts with authority, compassion, and sacrificial love. Luke now begins an orderly account, inviting us to understand with certainty who Jesus is and why His life changes everything.

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The Three C’s of Reading

As you read each day, consider whether the passage leaves you convicted, confused, or confirmed.

Convicted What is God showing me that needs to change in my beliefs, attitudes, or actions?
Confused What do I not yet understand, and what question should I bring to further study?
Confirmed What truth about God, Christ, or faithful living has been strengthened in me?

Gateway Church · Gospel Reading Plan · 2026