Mark Quoting the Prophets: When Mark says he is quoting Isaiah, he fails to mention that he is also quoting Malachi. Do you know why? [Mark 1:2-3, Matthew 27:9]. Expected Return of Christ During the Disciple's Lifetimes?: Did the disciples expect the return of Christ in their own lifetimes? [2 Thessalonians 2:1-3, Acts 1:7].