As they were going up the road to Jerusalem, Jesus was walking ahead of them. The disciples were amazed, but those who followed were afraid. Again Jesus took the Twelve aside and began to tell them what was going to happen to Him: Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Mark 10:32? 2. How does Mark 10:32 demonstrate Jesus' determination to fulfill His mission? 3. What can we learn from Jesus' courage in Mark 10:32 for our lives? 4. How does Mark 10:32 connect to Old Testament prophecies about the Messiah? 5. Why were the disciples "astonished" and "afraid" as described in Mark 10:32? 6. How can we apply Jesus' example of leadership from Mark 10:32 today? 7. Why were the disciples astonished and afraid in Mark 10:32? 8. What does Jesus' journey to Jerusalem signify in Mark 10:32? 9. How does Mark 10:32 challenge our understanding of Jesus' mission? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Mark 10? 11. Did Jesus allow divorce? (Matthew 5:32 vs. Mark 10:11-12) 12. Who was the tenth disciple of Jesus in the list of twelve? Thaddaeus (Matthew 10: 1-4; Mark 3:13 -19) Judas son of James is the corresponding name in Lukes gospel (Luke 6:12-16) 13. Did Jesus allow his disciples to keep a staff on their journey? Yes (Mark 6:8) No (Matthew 10:9; Luke 9:3) 14. If Jesus is all-knowing, why does He say He doesn't know the hour of His return (Mark 13:32)? Discussion Questions 1. How does Jesus' leadership in Mark 10:32 inspire you in your personal walk with Christ?2. In what ways can you relate to the disciples' astonishment or the followers' fear in your own life experiences? 3. How does understanding the fulfillment of prophecy in Jesus' journey to Jerusalem strengthen your faith in God's Word? 4. What are some "Jerusalem" moments in your life where you need to trust God's plan despite uncertainty or fear? 5. How can you prepare spiritually for challenges and trials, following Jesus' example of forewarning and preparation?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? Links Mark 10:32 NIVMark 10:32 NLT Mark 10:32 ESV Mark 10:32 NASB Mark 10:32 KJV Mark 10:32 Commentaries Bible Hub |



