1. What is the meaning of Mark 11:33?

2. How does Mark 11:33 demonstrate Jesus' wisdom in handling challenging questions?

3. What can we learn from Jesus' response about discerning others' intentions?

4. How does Mark 11:33 connect with Proverbs on answering wisely?

5. How can we apply Jesus' approach in Mark 11:33 to modern-day conversations?

6. What does Jesus' response in Mark 11:33 teach about authority and truth?

7. Why did Jesus refuse to answer the chief priests in Mark 11:33?

8. What authority does Jesus claim in Mark 11:33?

9. How does Mark 11:33 challenge religious authority?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Mark 11?

11. What did Jesus mean by 'Be of good cheer'?

12. Can you speak of things as if they exist?

13. Mark 11:27-33: Why is there no clear record outside the Gospels confirming Jesus' authority if it was truly divinely established?

14. How can water instantly transform into wine (John 2:1-11) without violating natural laws of chemistry?1. How does Jesus' response to the religious leaders challenge our understanding of authority in our own lives?

2. In what ways can spiritual pride prevent us from recognizing God's work and authority today?

3. How can we cultivate humility in our interactions with others, especially when discussing matters of faith?

4. What steps can we take to develop discernment in recognizing true spiritual authority and leadership?

5. How can we apply Jesus' example of courage and boldness in our own witness and testimony to others?1. What does Jesus' triumphal entry into Jerusalem teach us about His view of kingship and authority?

2. How does the cursing of the fig tree relate to Jesus' message and ministry?

3. Why does Jesus react so strongly to the merchants and money changers in the temple? What does this teach us about His expectations for worship?

4. How does the lesson from the withered fig tree deepen your understanding of faith and prayer?

5. Why does Jesus refuse to directly answer the question about His authority?

6. How can we apply the lessons of faith and prayer from the withered fig tree to our own lives?

7. What does Jesus' cleansing of the temple tell us about the relationship between commerce and worship?

8. How do you see the authority of Jesus challenged in today's society? How can you defend it?

9. Can you identify any "barren fig trees" in your own life that need to be addressed?

10. How does Jesus' entry into Jerusalem inspire humility in your own life?

11. How can you keep your personal "temple" - your life, your heart - free from becoming a 'den of robbers'?

12. Why does Jesus emphasize forgiveness when teaching about prayer?

13. How does Jesus' approach to His own authority inspire you in your walk of faith?

14. What actions can you take in your life to reflect the lessons from the cleansing of the temple?

15. How can you grow your faith in God to move "mountains" in your life?

16. How do you feel when you see Jesus' righteous anger in the temple? How does this shape your understanding of God's character?

17. How can you use Jesus' teaching about faith and prayer in Mark 11 to improve your own prayer life?

18. How do you handle questions about your faith or the authority of Jesus?

19. Can you think of an instance in your life when you could have benefited from the kind of faith that Jesus describes in verses 22-24?

20. What aspects of your life might Jesus want to 'cleanse' as He did the temple, and how can you cooperate with Him in that process?

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