Mocked but Still King | Mark 15:16–20 — Weekly Study Guide

What happens when people treat you in a way that does not reflect who you truly are?

In Mark 15:16–20, Roman soldiers mocked Jesus, dressed Him in purple, placed a crown of thorns on His head, and sarcastically called Him “King of the Jews.”

But their mockery could not change the truth:

Jesus was still King.

This Weekly Study Guide will help you look more closely at what Jesus endured and consider how His response can help us remain grounded in who God says we are—even when others misunderstand, criticize, or mistreat us.

This Study Guide Explores

• Why the Roman soldiers mocked Jesus as a king
• The significance of the purple robe and crown of thorns
• How Jesus endured humiliation without losing sight of His identity
• Why other people’s treatment of us does not determine our worth
• How to remain grounded in what God says about us
• Practical ways to live out the truths found in this passage

What’s Included

• Scripture focus from Mark 15:16–20
• Key truths from the Bible lesson
• My Bible Life Heart Check questions
• Personal reflection and application
• Prayer space
• A practical Weekly Challenge
• Scripture Meditation
• Did You Know? Historical and cultural insight
• QR code connecting you to the related Bible Study episode

Perfect For

• Personal Bible study
• Individual reflection and journaling
• Small-group discussion
• Growing in confidence in God’s Word
• Applying Scripture to everyday life

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