Pastor Blaik J. Westhoff Mark 12:35-44 1. What types of offerings impress Jesus? 2. This woman's offering has been an inspiration to Jesus' disciples for 2000 years. How has her offering inspired you? 3. How did this woman's Faith (Trust in God) play a role in her offering? Further Study: Mark 12:35-44 1. Jesus gives a harsh warning that the teachers of the law will be judged more severely. Why? 2. “Lack of money, power, position or prestige is not a barrier to being great in ...

Pastor Blaik J. Westhoff Mark 12:18-34 1. The Sadducees did not believe in "resurrection". Did you think they believed Jesus' explanation? 2. without looking, can you write down the "greatest commandment"? OK, now look! 3. What does it mean to "love your neighbor as yourself"? Further Study: Re-read Mark 12:18-34 1. What can you learn from how Jesus handled the absurd question from the Sadducees? 2 Are you surprised by Jesus' answer as to what is the "greatest commandment"? Wh...

Pastor Blaik J. Westhoff Mark 11:27-12:17 1. The religious leaders asked Jesus "By what authority are you doing these things?". How would you answer this question? 2. The Roman coin had the image of Caesar stamped on it. Who's image is stamped on your life? Explain how you know this. 3. In your own words answer this question "Will we let Jesus be the authority around here, or will we reserve that for ourselves?" Further Study: Re-Read Mark 11:27-12:17 1. In verse 11:30 Jesus asks th...

Pastor Blaik J. Westhoff Mark 11:20-26 1. What does the word "faith" mean when translated from the Greek? 2. Jesus said "whatever you ask for in prayer, believe that you have received it, and it will be yours." This is a remarkable promise, not a blank check. What does Jesus teach us about the condition of our heart when praying in this way? 3. Explain in your own words what mountain-moving-faith-and-forgiveness means to you. Further Study: Re-Read Mark 11:20-25 1. The story of...