As He was getting into the boat, the man who had been possessed by the demons begged to go with Him. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Mark 5:18? 2. Why did the man beg Jesus to let him go with Him in Mark 5:18? 3. How does Mark 5:18 demonstrate the man's transformation after encountering Jesus? 4. What does Mark 5:18 teach about the importance of personal testimony? 5. How can we apply the man's desire to follow Jesus in our lives? 6. What other biblical examples show individuals wanting to follow Jesus after healing? 7. Why did Jesus deny the man's request to follow Him in Mark 5:18? 8. What does Mark 5:18 reveal about Jesus' mission and priorities? 9. How does Mark 5:18 challenge our understanding of discipleship? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Mark 5? 11. What is Legion's story in the Bible? 12. Why did Jesus permit demons to enter pigs? 13. How many demoniacs were in the Gerasene region? 14. How many demon-possessed men did Jesus heal in Gadara? (Matthew 8:28 vs. Mark 5:2) Discussion Questions 1. What does the healed man's desire to follow Jesus reveal about his understanding of who Jesus is?2. How does Jesus' instruction to the man to return home and share his account challenge us in our own witness to others? 3. In what ways can we ensure that our personal testimonies reflect the transformative power of Christ in our lives? 4. How can we discern when God is calling us to stay and witness in our current circumstances versus when He is calling us to follow Him elsewhere? 5. Reflect on a time when God's plans for you differed from your own desires. How did you respond, and what did you learn from that experience?1. How does Jesus' authority over demonic powers, as seen in the healing of the demon-possessed man, affect your understanding of His power? 2. How does the healed demoniac's response provide a model for us after we experience Jesus' transformation in our lives? 3. What does the healing of the woman with the issue of blood reveal about Jesus' attitude towards social outcasts? 4. How can Jairus's approach to Jesus in his moment of desperation guide us when we face desperate situations? 5. In what ways can the healing of the woman with the issue of blood encourage you to approach Jesus with faith and expect healing? 6. How does the reaction of the crowd differ in each miracle, and what does this tell us about public perceptions of Jesus? 7. What is the significance of Jesus' words, "Don't be afraid; just believe," in the context of Jairus's daughter and our own lives? 8. How does the compassion and power of Jesus displayed in Mark 5 influence your relationship with Him? 9. How does the transformation of the demon-possessed man inspire you to believe in Jesus' ability to transform lives today? 10. How can we demonstrate faith like the woman with the issue of blood in our everyday lives? 11. How can we use our own 'healing' experiences to spread the good news like the demon-possessed man did in the Decapolis? 12. How does the resurrection of Jairus's daughter expand our understanding of Jesus' authority over life and death? 13. What does the response of Jairus's household to his daughter's resurrection teach us about responding to miracles? 14. How can we develop faith like Jairus in our prayer life? 15. In what ways can the faith of the woman and Jairus serve as examples for us in today's world? 16. How might you have reacted if you were a part of the crowd witnessing these miracles? 17. What steps can you take to bring about healing and restoration in your community, inspired by Jesus' actions in Mark 5? 18. In the face of skeptics or people who laugh, like in the case of Jairus's daughter, how can you continue to maintain your faith? 19. How does Jesus' interaction with the woman suffering from bleeding challenge societal norms then and now? 20. How do these stories inform your understanding of Jesus' compassion, and how can you demonstrate similar compassion in your interactions with others? Links Mark 5:18 NIVMark 5:18 NLT Mark 5:18 ESV Mark 5:18 NASB Mark 5:18 KJV Mark 5:18 Commentaries Bible Hub |



