GOOD NEWS  Week 1

Read: Mark 1:1-20
1. The word "gospel" means "good News."  Mark begins his book  of good news  
    with three statements about Jesus:
           a) by the Old Testament prophets (messengers) Mark 1:2-3
            b) by John the Baptist (Mark 1:7)
            c) by God Himself (Mark1:11)
Read: Mark 1:21-2:17
2. In chapters 1 & 2 Jesus shows His authority in different situations.  
    (see Mark 1:16-20, 21-22, 23-28, 40-45; 2:1-12.)  When Jesus speaks of acts,  
     what sorts of things happen?
Read: Mark 2:18-3:6  
3. Even at this early stage, Jesus divided opinions.  Some people were amazed
    by Him, while others were enraged,  What are your early impressions of
    Jesus?      


Identity Week 2

Read Mark 3:7-5:43
1. In this passage Mark records Jesus doing four specific miracles:

          a) calming a storm (Mark 4:35-41)
          b) healing a demon-possessed man (Mark 5:1-20
          c) healing a sick woman (Mark 5:25-34)
          d) raising a dead girl to life (Mark 5:35-43)

    What does Jesus show authority over in these events?

2. When Jairus' daughter died, and all hope seemed to be lost (Mark 5:35),  
    what did Jesus ask Jairus to do (verse 36).

​3. Looking at all four events (see question 1). what are the different ways in  
    which people respond to Jesus?

    Do you see yourself in any of these responses?