Why was this to be?

Answer

"And some of them of understanding shall fall, to try them, and to purge, and to make them white, even to
the time of the end." Verse 35.

For what purpose were the Scriptures written?
What led to Satan's sin, rebellion, and downfall?
Why did Christ tell us to love our enemies?
By what means did Herod seek to destroy Christ?
From what is He able to keep us?
What is necessary where there is a covenant?
How is this expressed by Mark?

Questions & Answers are from the book Bible Readings for the Home Circle