What does Mark 15:29 mean?

Mark 15:29 highlights themes such as faith and obedience when read in context.

How should I apply Mark 15:29 today?

Read the surrounding passage, compare related cross references, and turn the verse into a short prayer and concrete action.

And they that passed by railed on him, wagging their heads, and saying, Ah, thou that destroyest the temple, and buildest it in three days,

27And with him they crucify two thieves; the one on his right hand, and the other on his left.

28And the scripture was fulfilled, which saith, And he was numbered with the transgressors.

29And they that passed by railed on him, wagging their heads, and saying, Ah, thou that destroyest the temple, and buildest it in three days,

30Save thyself, and come down from the cross.

31Likewise also the chief priests mocking said among themselves with the scribes, He saved others; himself he cannot save.

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