Reflection questions For Saturday's message from God's word.
Mark 1:9-20
As you begin reading Mark this week remember, “The Word of God is living and active, sharper than any double-edged sword, piercing to the division of soul and spirit, of joints and marrow and discerning the thoughts and intentions of the heart.” Hebrews 4:12 Ask God to help you see both the big picture and the personal implications. Mark is presenting to us the person of Jesus and His message...and he does so quickly, moving us immediately from one account to the next.
-Why is Jesus’ father’s approval significant, especially since Jesus has not yet started his ministry?
-Look at verses 14 and 15. Mark has introduced us to this new literary form called “gospel”. What is the Gospel to Mark? Pay close attention to Mark and look for the answer as found in Scripture. Mark gives us a big pointer here when he gives us Jesus’ first words recorded by Mark.
The Kingdom of God is the “reign” of God. It is the past, present, and future all at the same time. His kingdom has been stained by sin due to Adam, Eve and the rest of us in their line….and the Messiah now is ushering in the advancement of His Kingdom. Because of this, there is no other appropriate action than to “repent and believe”. If Jesus really speaks, God in living form, then there is no other response. Mark is urgent in showing this message to be true.
- What does Jesus show us about the Kingdom of God in the calling of these men?
How does Jesus call these men?
Who does Jesus call?
What does Jesus ask as He calls (there are 2 major things He asks of them)? What are the implications for us?
“Come follow me” (vs. 1:17) is not an offer nor an invitation. It is a command that can either be obeyed or rejected. They can respond or ignore it. Take time to pray, or write out a prayer and ask God to help you respond to Him.