“Jesus and His Limitations, Part 2” (4/28/13)

Pastor Blaik J. Westhoff Mark 6:7-13 1. Why did Jesus send his disciples out instead of doing all the work himself? 2. Implicit in Jesus’ command to "Go" is a call to change. Why? 3. Where do you believe Jesus is calling you to "Go" this week? Further Study: Mark 6:7-13  (Re-read the same verses) 1. In verse 7 it says Jesus "gave them authority over impure spirits". Where does our authority come from today? 2. Why do you think Jesus wanted His disciples to stay at one house for...
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“Jesus and His Limitations, Part 1” (4/21/13)

Pastor Blaik J. Westhoff Mark 6:1-6 1. Did you know that our attitude can limit Jesus’ ability to work wonder among us? Explain your answer. 2. Where do you think Tabor church falls in this mix? Is Jesus at the center of everything we do or are we too familiar with the "Village Carpenter"? 3. Christians understand the role faith plays in salvation, so why is it so hard to understand the role faith plays concerning anything else we might receive from God? Further Study: Luke 18:35-4...
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“Jesus and His Authority, Part 2” (4/14/13)

Pastor Blaik J. Westhoff Mark 5:21-43 1. Could it be that these stories in Mark are seeking to provide us with a framework by which we can understand the frightening, threatening parts of our lives? 2. Who is this that even the touch of his garment cures illness? Who is this that death bends to his wishes? Write down why God played out these scenes to show Jesus authority. 3. Try to identify in you faith journey what may be keeping you from full belief in the authority of Jesus. Write it...
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“Jesus and His Authority, Part 1” (4/7/13)

Pastor Blaik J. Westhoff Mark 4:35-5:20 1. What does it mean to have authority? 2. Answer these questions yourself. Who is this that even the wind and the waves obey him? Who is this that demons flee him? 3. Do you believe that Jesus has what it takes to keep 'that thing in your life' from claiming you? Explain your answer. Mark 2:6-12 1. Where does such authority come from? 2. We are familiar with the saying "It is easier said than done", in your own words explain the deeper poin...
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