Mark 5:43
Then Jesus gave strict orders that no one should know about this, and He told them to give her something to eat.
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1. What is the meaning of Mark 5:43?

2. Why did Jesus instruct them to "tell no one" about the miracle?

3. How does Mark 5:43 demonstrate Jesus' care for physical and spiritual needs?

4. What Old Testament examples show God's provision, similar to Jesus' command to "give her something to eat"?

5. How can we apply Jesus' example of discretion in our daily witness?

6. In what ways can we balance sharing faith and respecting privacy, as seen here?

7. Why did Jesus command them to give her something to eat in Mark 5:43?

8. What is the significance of Jesus instructing silence in Mark 5:43?

9. How does Mark 5:43 demonstrate Jesus' authority over life and death?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Mark 5?

11. What is the concept of the Messianic Secret?

12. Mark 5 (general): Why do these dramatic miracles go uncorroborated by other contemporary sources or historical records from that period?

13. Why does Jesus refuse to perform miracles in some places due to lack of faith (Mark 6:5), if miracles are meant to convince skeptics?

14. Mark 5:25-29: How could simply touching Jesus' garment medically cure a woman's long-term bleeding issue without any other intervention?
Discussion Questions
1. How does Jesus' command for secrecy in Mark 5:43 relate to His overall mission and ministry strategy?

2. In what ways does Jairus's faith challenge or inspire your own faith journey, especially in seemingly hopeless situations?

3. How can we balance the spiritual and practical aspects of our lives, as seen in Jesus' instruction to feed the girl?

4. What are some modern-day examples of witnessing God's power, and how can we share these testimonies with others?

5. How do the parallel accounts in Matthew and Luke enhance our understanding of this miracle and its significance?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?

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