On this week's episode Joe and Tim discuss the complexity of interpreting Mark 13, highlighting Jesus' predictions about the destruction of Jerusalem and the end times. Tim explains how the disciples wrongly assumed the coming of the kingdom with earthly power within several years. Jesus corrected their timeline with warnings of trials, persecution, and false prophets. They note that Jesus' prediction of the temple’s destruction was fulfilled literally when Romans dismantled it stone by stone for melted gold. They conclude with a discussion of Jesus call to watchfulness—and stress that Christians are called to think long term, but be prepared for Jesus' return at anytime.