2/3 - Journey to the Cross - Mark 4:1-25

Some questions from our Zoom time today…

·       Why does Jesus choose to speak in parables? What might He be revealing — or challenging — in the way we listen and seek understanding? (a helpful blog post on why Jesus didn’t explain his parables to everyone cna be found here https://goodquestionblog.com/2013/09/05/why-didnt-jesus-explain-his-parables/)

·       If Jesus describes His teaching as a lamp meant to be placed on a stand, are we acting on what we hear? How can we be bold within our faith?

·       Where might Jesus be calling us to be bold, even though we may feel afraid or uncomfortable?

·       In what ways is Jesus calling us to go out and share what we have received with others?

·       Are we discerning about what we hear and who we learn from? Do we seek sound teaching, and do we also put in the effort to understand and apply it ourselves?

·       Do we regularly pray for strength for our friends — especially those we share the gospel with — and for those who are on a journey of faith?

·       How might the deceitfulness of wealth be shaping our priorities? Do we view security and success the way the world does, or the way Jesus teaches?

·       When we see that only some seeds bear fruit, do we become discouraged, or do we continue sowing faithfully and trust God with the results?

·       Are we patient in planting seeds of faith, trusting that growth takes time, and committing to share the gospel faithfully regardless of immediate outcomes?