1. What is the meaning of Mark 10:40?

2. How does Mark 10:40 illustrate Jesus' submission to the Father's will?

3. What does Mark 10:40 teach about God's sovereignty in assigning roles?

4. How can we apply Jesus' humility in Mark 10:40 to our lives?

5. How does Mark 10:40 connect with Philippians 2:5-8 on Christ's humility?

6. How should Mark 10:40 influence our understanding of leadership and servanthood?

7. What does Mark 10:40 reveal about God's sovereignty in assigning places of honor in heaven?

8. How does Mark 10:40 challenge the concept of predestination versus free will?

9. Why does Jesus say certain positions are "prepared" in Mark 10:40?

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

11. How do we reflect during the 40 days of Lent?

12. Does the association of the wise with the 'right' and fools with the 'left' (Ecclesiastes 10:2) reflect outdated cultural biases, and how does it align with modern moral or ethical views?

13. 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?

14. What is Ascension Day?1. How does Jesus' response to James and John challenge our understanding of leadership and greatness in the kingdom of God?

2. In what ways can we cultivate humility and servanthood in our daily lives, following Jesus' example?

3. How does the concept of God preparing specific roles for us encourage us to trust in His sovereignty and plan?

4. What are some practical ways we can shift our focus from seeking earthly recognition to pursuing eternal rewards?

5. How can we apply the principle of being faithful in the roles God has given us, as seen in 1 Corinthians 12:18, to our current circumstances?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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