{"product_id":"the-book-of-mark-9781418509941","title":"The Book of Mark","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMark told it like it was so you could see Jesus as He is.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEach Gospel, or biography of Jesus, is unique. Likely penned first, Mark's fast-paced narrative takes you into the action and gets to the point. With the verse-by-verse insights in \u003cem\u003eThe Smart Guide to the Bible: The Book of Mark, \u003c\/em\u003e you'll experience the unparalleled power of Jesus and be inspired to live with greater authenticity and purpose.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Smart Guide to the Bible\u003c\/em\u003e is a series of simplified commentaries designed to uncomplicate God's word for everyday Bible readers. Every page contains handy features or learning aids like these: \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ecross-references to other Scriptures\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ebrief commentaries from experts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003epoints to ponder\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ethe big picture of how passages fit with the entire Bible\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003epractical tips for applying biblical truths to life\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003esimple definitions of key words and concepts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003einteresting maps, charts, and illustrations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ewrap-ups of each biblical passage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003estudy questions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhether you're new to the Bible, a long-time student of Scripture, or somewhere in between, you'll appreciate the many ways T\u003cem\u003ehe Smart Guide to the Bible: The Book of Mark \u003c\/em\u003egoes far beyond your typical Bible study tool. The practical, relevant helps on each page lead you to get the most out of God's word.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eRichards, Larry:\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e - Lawrence O. Richards has written over 200 Christian books, including commentaries on every book of the Bible and Zondervan bestselling \u003cem\u003eAdventure Bible \u003c\/em\u003eand \u003cem\u003eTeen Study Bible\u003c\/em\u003e, which he did with his wife, Sue.   \u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e","brand":"Thomas Nelson","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50649007194386,"sku":"9781418509941","price":18.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0831\/4771\/8930\/files\/img_89455417-73b4-4b98-bd26-eb62a7aa0825.jpg?v=1733254995","url":"https:\/\/surprise-castle.myshopify.com\/products\/the-book-of-mark-9781418509941","provider":"Surprise Castle","version":"1.0","type":"link"}