Mark 10:13
Now people were bringing the little children to Jesus for Him to place His hands on them, and the disciples rebuked those who brought them.
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1. What is the meaning of Mark 10:13?

2. How can we "let the little children come" in our church community today?

3. Why did Jesus emphasize welcoming children in Mark 10:13?

4. How does Mark 10:13 connect with Proverbs 22:6 about teaching children?

5. What attitudes should we adopt to embrace childlike faith as Jesus taught?

6. How can we remove barriers preventing children from approaching Jesus in our lives?

7. Why did Jesus welcome children in Mark 10:13 despite the disciples' rebuke?

8. What does Mark 10:13 reveal about Jesus' view of children?

9. How does Mark 10:13 challenge societal views on the value of children?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Mark 10?

11. Should the little children come to me?

12. How should Christians perceive and understand autism?

13. What is the biblical purpose of baby dedication?

14. What is the Bible's view on child molestation?
Discussion Questions
1. What does this passage teach us about the nature of the kingdom of God and who is welcome in it?

2. How can we apply the principle of childlike faith in our daily walk with Christ?

3. In what ways might we unintentionally hinder others from coming to Jesus, and how can we change that?

4. How does this passage challenge our understanding of leadership and authority within the church?

5. Reflect on a time when you needed to correct a misunderstanding about Jesus' teachings. How did you approach it, and what was the outcome?1. How does Jesus' teaching on divorce in verses 1-12 challenge or affirm your understanding of marriage?

2. What does it mean to receive the kingdom of God like a little child?

3. What does the encounter with the rich young ruler reveal about the dangers of wealth and the nature of discipleship?

4. How does the third prediction of Jesus' death and resurrection add to your understanding of His mission?

5. In the request of James and John, how do you see your own desires for significance or recognition reflected?

6. What does the healing of Bartimaeus teach us about faith and persistence?

7. How does Jesus' teaching about greatness in the kingdom of God challenge worldly concepts of success and power?

8. How can you apply the lesson from the rich young ruler to your own life? Are there things you value more than following Jesus?

9. How can you cultivate a childlike faith as Jesus encourages in verses 13-16?

10. What does it mean in a modern context to give one's life as a ransom for many?

11. Why do you think Jesus' teachings on wealth and poverty were so counter-cultural then and remain so today?

12. How do you feel when you read Jesus' clear expectation of self-sacrifice for His disciples? Is it challenging, inspiring, daunting, or something else?

13. Can you identify ways in which you might have been blind in your faith, and how you can learn from Bartimaeus' encounter with Jesus?

14. What does it look like in your everyday life to serve others as Jesus instructed His disciples?

15. In the context of modern relationships and society, how can Jesus' teachings on marriage and divorce be applied?

16. How can Jesus' interaction with children influence your approach to younger generations within the faith community?

17. How does the rich young ruler's response to Jesus challenge your own responses to God's commands?

18. How can you demonstrate servant leadership in your own life, following the example of Jesus?

19. In what ways have you experienced the truth of Jesus' statement that many who are first will be last, and the last will be first?

20. What steps can you take to cultivate a faith that persists in calling out to Jesus, like Bartimaeus, even when others might try to silence you?

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