1. What is the meaning of Mark 10:38?

2. What does "drink the cup I drink" signify in Mark 10:38?

3. How can we prepare to "be baptized with the baptism" of Jesus?

4. How does Mark 10:38 connect to Jesus' suffering and sacrifice?

5. What does Mark 10:38 teach about the cost of discipleship?

6. How can we apply Jesus' challenge in Mark 10:38 to our daily lives?

7. What does Jesus mean by "the cup I drink" in Mark 10:38?

8. How does Mark 10:38 challenge our understanding of suffering and sacrifice?

9. Why does Jesus question the disciples' readiness in Mark 10:38?

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

11. What are the seven baptisms mentioned in the Bible?

12. Why did Jesus undergo baptism by John?

13. Is baptism necessary for salvation? (Mark 16:16 vs. 1 Corinthians 1:17)

14. Why does Jesus' strict stance on divorce in Mark 10:2-12 appear to contradict earlier Jewish law that allowed it?1. What does Jesus mean by "the cup" and "the baptism" in this context, and how do these symbols relate to His mission?

2. How can we apply the lesson of misunderstanding glory to our own lives and ambitions as Christians?

3. In what ways can we prepare ourselves to "drink the cup" of suffering in our own spiritual journeys?

4. How does the concept of suffering in Mark 10:38 connect with the broader biblical account of sacrifice and redemption?

5. Reflect on a time when you faced a trial or challenge for your faith. How did this experience help you grow spiritually, and how can it encourage others in their walk with Christ?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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