In this gospel, Jesus predicts his suffering and death.  At the same time, Jesus is able to focus on what He is supposed to do now without worrying too much about the death he will face.  How is He able to do this?  By living in the present.  We likewise need to live in the present.  Based on the readings of Wisdom 2: 12-20; James 3: 16-4:3; and Mark 9: 30-37.