Mark 1:1-4
Today we are reading Mark 1.
As we read, these verses stood out to me:
Mark 1:1-4 - The beginning of the gospel of Jesus Christ, the Son of God. 2 As it is written in Isaiah the prophet: “Behold, I send My messenger ahead of You, Who will prepare Your way; 3 The voice of one crying in the wilderness, ‘Make ready the way of the Lord, Make His paths straight.’” 4 John the Baptist appeared in the wilderness preaching a baptism of repentance for the forgiveness of sins.
Please, take some time to Share Your Thoughts With Us as they relate to this passage.
You can share anything that is on your heart but, if you don't know where to start, try reading these verses and answering one or more of the following "Honest Questions"
Honest Questions
1. Which of the following questions impacts you most ask you think about what is being taught in Mark 1?
2. What is the primary point Mark is making about Jesus as he introduces us to the story of Christ?
3. Why do you think Mark tells us about Isaiah before he tells us about John the Baptist or Jesus?
4. Do you think we needed a messenger to prepare the way for Jesus, do you think Jesus needed a messenger to prepare the way for him, or both, and why? What does that tell you about the heart of God for us?
5. How do you think our understanding of the New Testament is impacted by our knowledge of the Old Testament?
6. How do you think our understanding of the Old Testament is impacted by our knowledge of the New Testament?
7. Do you think it is possible for a person to get saved without first repenting of their sins and is it possible for a person to repent of their sins without confessing them?
8. Compare Mark 1:20 to Mark 8:5 and 2 Timothy 2:2. Is it possible that Jesus was looking for people who were "able to teach others also" when he chose the 12? Is it possible that attribute is part of what made the Centurion's faith declaration of faith so "great."
9. What was your favorite verse in Mark 1 and why?
10. Do you have any specific questions or prayer requests after reading Mark 1?
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