Pastor Blaik J. Westhoff Mark 2:18-3:6 1. Why did the Pharisee's feel that what Jesus was doing on the Sabbath was evil? 2. What did Jesus do that would make the authorities want to kill him? 3. The big question is: When rules and the kingdom of God collide, where will our loyalty be found? Further Study: Mark 14:3-9 1. Why was it wrong for people to think that the perfume should of been sold to help the poor? 2. This woman broke several social rules to do this. Why was break...

Pastor Blaik J. Westhoff Mark 1:40-2:17 1. Just what did Jesus mean by the Kingdom of God? 2. What do these glimpses of the nature of the kingdom of God have to do with us, the Church? 3. What kind of a church is Tabor Church? Further Study: Luke 17:20-21 1. Do you think the Pharisees accepted Jesus answer? Why or Why not? 2. Jesus said "...the kingdom of God is in your midst" also translated "within you". What is he talking about? 3. Meditate on this thought. "The Kingdom...

Pastor Blaik J. Westhoff Mark 1:14-39 1. What is your mission in life? How do you know? 2. How did Jesus figure out what his mission in life was? 3. In your own words write out the answer to this question: What is the Good News? Further Study: Luke 7:18-23 1. John the Baptist had a moment of doubt. Why? 2. How do you think God feels about our moments of doubt? 3. Among the miracles Jesus recounts he adds these words "...and the good news is proclaimed to the poor". Why? 4...

Pastor Blaik J. Westhoff Mark 1:1-13 1. What credentials do you think would be appropriate for the Savior of the world? 2. The crucial question was: What makes Jesus any different? 3. Why should anyone take the time to read Mark’s Gospel? 4. Why should anyone consider listening to Jesus’ story, believing in him and trusting in him for well-being? Further Study: Matthew 17:1-9 1. What was Jesus purpose for doing this? 2. Why did Jesus only choose to take Peter, James, and J...