Finding Peace in the Midst of the Storm (Mark 4:35-41)

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Finding Peace in the Midst of the Storm (Mark 4:35-41)

February 26, 2023 • Pastor Doug Thuen

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Following Jesus: “Finding Peace in the Midst of the Storm”

February 26, 2023

Mark 4:35-41

Study Questions

1. What were some of the things that you were afraid of when you were younger? Are you still afraid of them? Why or why not?

2. Read Mark 4:35-41. Have you ever found yourself–in the midst of a difficult situation–responding the way the disciples did in verse 38? What was the situation?

3. Several of the disciples were fishermen–used to the seas and storms. Why do you suppose they were so afraid? What lesson do we learn about trust in this situation?

4. What did Jesus teach the disciples by sleeping on the boat in the storm? Describe a fearful time in your life when you felt that Jesus was sleeping. How was your faith evident, or lacking, during that time?

5. Pastor Doug identified 4 biblical principles that help overcome our fear. Discuss how each of them apply to what you fear today:

a. Remember what God has done in the past

b. Affirm your identity in Christ

c. Rest in God’s promises now

d. Choose courage

6. Why are the disciples "terrified" even after Jesus calms the storm?

7. Do you trust that Jesus is fully God and in control of your life storms? If not, why not? If so, how is that helpful to you and how do you exhibit that kind of faith in difficult times?

8. Refer to these comforting promises from the Psalms when you’re afraid: Ps. 56:3; Ps. 94:19; Ps. 27:1; Ps. 118:6-7; Ps. 34:4. Add other passages which bring you comfort and courage.

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