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Mark 16:9-20

The Gospel of Mark

June 10, 2018 • Pastor Jon Needham

Discipleship Questions.

1. Of the evidence provided to support the resurrection account (empty tomb, personal encounters, appearing to large crowds) which do you find most compelling? Why? What questions do you have regarding the resurrection of Jesus?

2. Mark tells us that the disciples were very reluctant to believe the Jesus had risen. How can this fact encourage you in your own discipleship?

3. Mark stressed the importance of belief and baptism. Why is baptism so important? What does it mean?

4. Jesus promised that he would help his church. How did he fulfill that promise in the book of Acts? How have you seen Jesus help his church in your own life?

Mark 16:1-8

June 3, 2018 • Pastor Jon Needham

Discipleship Questions 1.  Have you ever lost a close friend or dearly loved family member?  How did you feel?  How might your own experience provide insight to how Jesus’ friends felt after his crucifixion? 2.  Read 1 Corinthians 15:14 & 17.  Why do you loose the gospel when you loose the resurrection? 3.  Jesus plainly told his disciples multiple times that he would be crucified and would rise on the third day.  Why do you think they were so slow to believe?  What does this teach us about the nature of our own hearts? 4.  Why do you think the two Mary’s responded to the resurrection with trembling, fear, and astonishment?

Mark 15:16-47

May 27, 2018 • Pastor Jon Needham

Discipleship Questions 1.  The crucifixion is the world’s verdict against God.  What does the verdict reveal about the world and the way it sees God? 2.  Why do you think the manner of Jesus’ death lead to the centurions confession? 3.  Multiple times, Jesus was offered a drink that would have eased his suffering.  Each time, he refused.  Why do you think he chose not to receive what was offered? 4.  What is the significance of the curtain tearing?  Read Hebrews 9 for helpful insights.

Mark 15:1-15

May 20, 2018 • Pastor Jon Needham

Discipleship Questions. 1. How would you describe the actions and words of the crowd in this text? In what ways can you relate with them? 2. How would you describe the words and actions of Pilate? In what ways can you relate with him? 3. Read Psalm 115:3-8. What does this text teach us happens as a result of rejecting God? How have you experienced this principle in your own life? 4. The release of Barabbas and the condemnation of Jesus provides a powerful picture of the gospel. Take a few moments to consider how this event reflects the truth of the gospel.