1. What is the meaning of Mark 10:35?

2. How can we avoid selfish ambitions like James and John in Mark 10:35?

3. What does Mark 10:35 teach about seeking positions of honor in God's kingdom?

4. How does Mark 10:35 relate to Jesus' teachings on servanthood in Mark 10:43-45?

5. In what ways can we align our desires with God's will, as seen in Mark 10:35?

6. How can we apply the lesson of humility from Mark 10:35 in daily life?

7. What does Mark 10:35 reveal about the ambitions of James and John?

8. How does Mark 10:35 challenge our understanding of leadership and servanthood?

9. Why did James and John approach Jesus with their request in Mark 10:35?

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

11. Who was James the Apostle in Christian tradition?

12. Matthew 20:20–21 – Why does Matthew mention the mother of James and John making this request, while Mark 10:35–37 portrays the brothers themselves asking?

13. Who were Jesus' closest disciples?

14. Mark 3:14-19: Why do details about the calling and naming of the Twelve differ in other Gospels, raising questions about inconsistencies in the biblical text?1. What does the request of James and John reveal about their understanding of Jesus' mission and the nature of His Kingdom?

2. How does Jesus' response to James and John challenge our own ambitions and desires for recognition or power?

3. In what ways can we practice servanthood in our daily lives, following the example of Jesus?

4. How can we ensure that our prayers and requests to God align with His will and purpose for us?

5. Reflect on a time when your ambitions were not aligned with God's will. What did you learn from that experience, and how did it change your perspective on true greatness?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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