A Ransom for Many

Join us this Sunday at CrossWinds Church in Spencer as we look at true greatness according to Jesus.

Sermon Discussion Questions

1. With Thanksgiving later this week, what are you thankful for? Take some time to share with one another not only physical blessings but spiritual things as well.
2. What is one highlight from the sermon and one question that you had after hearing the sermon?
3. Our sermon began with a picture of the evangelical church and its tendency to seek after power and prominence as a key to the spread of the gospel. What are some ways that the church does this? Why is such an approach unhelpful?
4. Read Mark 10:32–34; 14:43–50; 14:53–64; 15:1–5; 15:6–15; 15:16–20; 15:33–39; 16:6. What does Jesus describe in his final prediction of his crucifixion? How does the rest of Mark bear witness to this?
5. Read Mark 10:33; Acts 2:22–24. What does it mean that Jesus is “delivered over”? Who is the one who is “delivering” Jesus over? Why is this important to recognize?
6. Mark 10:35–37. What is the request of James and John? What are some ways that we seek our own glory as well?
7. After considering the request of James and John, what are some less-than-admirable things that you have sought or are seeking from Jesus?
8. Read Mark 10:41–42. What are some ways that we see this view of “power” and “greatness” in the world today? How do we see it in the church?
9. Read Mark 10:43–44. In contrast to our own exaltation, what should we do? What are some ways that we can become more like servants in our lives?
10. Read Mark 10:45. What is the significance of this verse, as we approach Christmas?
11. How does this passage change the way you live this week?