1. What is the meaning of Mark 2:6?

2. How does Mark 2:6 challenge our understanding of Jesus' authority and divinity?

3. What can we learn from the scribes' reaction to Jesus' words in Mark 2:6?

4. How does Mark 2:6 connect with Old Testament prophecies about the Messiah?

5. How should Mark 2:6 influence our response to skepticism about Jesus' teachings today?

6. What steps can we take to strengthen our faith when facing doubt like the scribes?

7. Why did the scribes question Jesus' authority in Mark 2:6?

8. How does Mark 2:6 challenge the understanding of Jesus' divinity?

9. What historical context explains the scribes' skepticism in Mark 2:6?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Mark 2?

11. Didn't Jesus never actually claim to be God?

12. What does it mean to be pharisaical?

13. In John 9:13–16, why would the Pharisees react so harshly if this account were verifiable?

14. Mark 2:5-7 - If only God can forgive sins, why does this passage seem to attribute God's authority to Jesus without clearer proof of His divinity?1. How does Jesus' ability to perceive the thoughts of the scribes demonstrate His divine nature, and how should this impact our understanding of His authority?

2. In what ways can we ensure that our thoughts and intentions align with God's will, knowing that He knows our hearts?

3. How can we cultivate a faith like those who brought the paralytic to Jesus, rather than a skeptical heart like the scribes?

4. What lessons can we learn from the scribes' response to Jesus that can be applied to our roles as leaders or influencers in our communities?

5. How do other scriptures, such as Hebrews 4:12 and Psalm 139:2, enhance our understanding of God's knowledge of our thoughts and the importance of internal reflection?1. What does the healing of the paralytic reveal about Jesus' power and authority?

2. How does Jesus' response to the Pharisees' criticism over His company inform your understanding of His mission?

3. What do the metaphors of new cloth on an old garment and new wine in old wineskins teach about the incompatibility of Jesus' teachings with old religious customs?

4. How does Jesus assert His authority over the Sabbath, and what does it mean for our understanding of Sabbath observance?

5. How do the actions of the paralytic's friends exemplify faith and perseverance?

6. In calling Levi, a tax collector, to be His disciple, how does Jesus challenge societal norms and expectations?

7. How do Jesus' actions and teachings in Mark 2 challenge your personal religious assumptions?

8. How does the response of the crowd to Jesus' miracles and teachings in Mark 2 inform you about public opinion towards Jesus during His ministry?

9. What is the significance of Jesus' statement, "It is not the healthy who need a doctor, but the sick. I have not come to call the righteous, but sinners."

10. How can we apply the principles seen in Jesus' interactions with the Pharisees to our current social and religious contexts?

11. How can we demonstrate the faith and determination seen in the friends of the paralytic in our lives today?

12. How does the calling of Levi challenge our notions of worthiness and acceptance?

13. What does the incident of the grain picking on the Sabbath teach about legalism versus the spirit of the law?

14. How can we ensure we are not adhering to old wineskins (old religious traditions) that might hinder the new thing God wants to do in our lives?

15. How does the revelation of Jesus as the 'Lord of the Sabbath' inform our understanding of rest and work?

16. How can the Pharisees' reaction to Jesus' actions serve as a caution against a judgmental and exclusive attitude in our own lives?

17. How does Jesus' interaction with sinners and societal outcasts in this chapter inform your personal ministry and outreach?

18. How should Jesus' explanation of the role of fasting impact our understanding and practice of this spiritual discipline?

19. How does Jesus' bold authority in His teachings and miracles inspire your personal faith journey?

20. In what ways does Mark 2 challenge you to embrace Jesus' transformative teachings in your daily life?

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