Mark 14:6
But Jesus said, "Leave her alone; why are you bothering her? She has done a beautiful deed to Me.
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1. What is the meaning of Mark 14:6?

2. How does Mark 14:6 demonstrate Jesus' defense of sincere acts of worship?

3. What can we learn about valuing others' intentions from Mark 14:6?

4. How does Mark 14:6 connect to Jesus' teachings on love and sacrifice?

5. How can we apply Jesus' response in Mark 14:6 to our daily lives?

6. In what ways does Mark 14:6 challenge us to prioritize spiritual over material concerns?

7. Why did Jesus defend the woman's actions in Mark 14:6?

8. How does Mark 14:6 challenge traditional views on worship and devotion?

9. What cultural norms were defied by the woman's actions in Mark 14:6?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Mark 14?

11. What is the main theme of The Alabaster Box?

12. How did Jesus interact with women?

13. Did Herod think that Jesus was John the Baptist? Yes (Matthew 14:2; Mark 6:16) No (Luke 9:9)

14. How did the disciples react when Jesus walked on water? They worshipped him as the Son of God (Matthew 14:33) but were astounded and didn't understand (Mark 6:51-52).
Discussion Questions
1. How does Jesus' defense of the woman in Mark 14:6 challenge our understanding of what is truly valuable in God's eyes?

2. In what ways can we demonstrate a similar devotion to Jesus in our daily lives, as the woman did with her costly perfume?

3. How can we apply Jesus' teaching in this passage to defend and support others who are serving God in ways that may be misunderstood or criticized?

4. Reflect on a time when you prioritized material concerns over spiritual devotion. How can this passage guide you in making different choices in the future?

5. How does the concept of "beautiful deeds" in God's sight, as seen in this passage, inspire you to live out your faith more fully? Consider connections to other scriptures that speak about acts of love and worship.1. What does the woman's act of anointing Jesus in Bethany teach us about devotion and sacrifice?

2. Judas agrees to betray Jesus for money. What modern forms of betrayal can we see in society today?

3. How does the Last Supper help Christians understand the meaning of Communion?

4. How might Jesus' prediction of Peter's denial deepen our understanding of human weakness and divine foreknowledge?

5. Jesus' prayer in Gethsemane is an intense moment of vulnerability and surrender. How can we apply His example in our own times of crisis?

6. How does the disciples' sleepiness in Gethsemane parallel spiritual lethargy in today's believers?

7. How might the betrayal of Jesus with a kiss by Judas inform our understanding of trust and deceit?

8. The disciple's failed resistance during Jesus' arrest resulted in a healed ear. How can we interpret this event in the context of responding to violence?

9. How does Jesus' trial before the Sanhedrin reveal the extent of His persecution and the unfairness of His trial?

10. How does Peter's denial and subsequent remorse serve as a warning and lesson for believers today?

11. What is the significance of Jesus' affirmation that He is the Christ during His trial?

12. How can the woman's act of anointing Jesus inspire modern believers to express their devotion to Jesus in meaningful ways?

13. How can Jesus' acceptance of His upcoming suffering guide believers in accepting their own hardships?

14. How does the act of betrayal by one of His closest followers reflect on the themes of loyalty, trust, and forgiveness in Christianity?

15. How can we relate the disciples' failure to stay awake in Gethsemane with our own spiritual alertness?

16. How does the contrast between Peter's earlier confidence and his later denial of Jesus impact your understanding of faith under pressure?

17. How can Jesus' peaceful acceptance of His arrest inform the Christian response to injustice?

18. How does the response of the high priest to Jesus' claim of being the Christ illustrate the conflict between Jesus and religious authorities of His time?

19. What can we learn from Jesus' silence in the face of false accusations during His trial?

20. How does the culmination of events in Mark 14 help us understand the significance of Jesus' passion and His role as the Savior?

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