Mark 6:24
Then she went out and asked her mother, "What should I request?" And her mother answered, "The head of John the Baptist."
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1. What is the meaning of Mark 6:24?

2. How does Mark 6:24 illustrate the consequences of ungodly counsel in decision-making?

3. What role does parental influence play in the events of Mark 6:24?

4. How can Proverbs 11:14 guide us in avoiding mistakes seen in Mark 6:24?

5. What lessons from Mark 6:24 can help us resist peer pressure today?

6. How can we ensure our requests align with God's will, unlike in Mark 6:24?

7. Why did Herodias want John the Baptist killed according to Mark 6:24?

8. How does Mark 6:24 reflect on the influence of others on our decisions?

9. What does Mark 6:24 reveal about the consequences of unchecked desires?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Mark 6?

11. Why do the Gospel resurrection accounts contradict each other in details such as who arrived at the tomb?

12. Who was Salome in the Bible?

13. What led to John the Baptist's beheading?

14. In Mark 6:14-29, how does the account of John the Baptist's beheading align with or contradict known historical records?
Discussion Questions
1. How does Herod's promise reflect the dangers of making decisions based on emotions rather than wisdom? Can you think of a time when you made a hasty decision and its consequences?

2. In what ways can we ensure that the counsel we receive aligns with biblical truth, especially when faced with difficult decisions?

3. How does John the Baptist's example of standing for truth inspire you in your own life? Are there areas where you feel called to speak out, despite potential backlash?

4. What steps can we take to prevent grudges from taking root in our hearts, and how can forgiveness play a role in this process?

5. Reflect on a time when someone else's influence led you to make a significant decision. How can you be a positive influence in the lives of those around you?1. Why do you think the people of Nazareth had such difficulty accepting Jesus as a prophet?

2. What does the rejection Jesus experienced in His hometown tell you about the nature of belief and unbelief?

3. How does the sending out of the twelve apostles reveal about Jesus' faith in His followers?

4. How can you apply Jesus' instructions to His disciples to your own evangelism efforts?

5. In what ways does the account of John the Baptist's death remind you of the potential cost of discipleship?

6. How does Herod's reaction to Jesus' ministry reveal the power of a guilty conscience?

7. What lessons can we learn from the miracle of the feeding of the five thousand about God's provision?

8. How might the disciples have felt when they saw Jesus walking on water?

9. What does Jesus' calming of the wind and waves reveal about His divine authority?

10. How does the people's reaction to Jesus' miracles in Gennesaret contrast with the response He received in Nazareth?

11. How can you maintain your faith in God's provision when faced with seemingly insurmountable challenges?

12. What role does faith play in your understanding of who Jesus is?

13. How can you encourage faith and discourage unbelief in your life and in your community?

14. How does the disciples' ministry inspire you to serve others?

15. What strategies can you employ to cope with rejection when you share your faith?

16. What practical steps can you take to rely on God's provision in your life?

17. How does Jesus' authority over nature inspire you in times of fear and uncertainty?

18. How does the account of Jesus feeding the five thousand inform your understanding of compassion and generosity?

19. How does Herod's actions caution you against making rash promises?

20. How can you mirror Jesus' courage and faith when facing challenging or perilous situations?

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