1. What is the meaning of Mark 8:36?

2. How can we prioritize our soul over worldly gains in daily decisions?

3. What does "gain the whole world" mean in today's context?

4. How does Mark 8:36 connect with Matthew 6:19-21 on treasures?

5. How can we evaluate our life choices in light of Mark 8:36?

6. What practical steps help focus on eternal values over temporary success?

7. What does Mark 8:36 mean by "gain the whole world"?

8. How does Mark 8:36 challenge materialism and worldly success?

9. What is the significance of "forfeit his soul" in Mark 8:36?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Mark 8?

11. What does it profit to gain the world?

12. What does it profit to gain the world but lose your soul?

13. What does it profit to gain the world?

14. What is the meaning of abundant life?1. What are some examples of "gaining the whole world" in today's context, and how might they lead to forfeiting one's soul?

2. How does understanding the eternal value of the soul influence your daily decisions and priorities?

3. In what ways can you guard against the temptation to prioritize material wealth over spiritual growth?

4. Reflect on a time when you had to choose between a worldly gain and a spiritual value. What did you learn from that experience?

5. How can the teachings of Mark 8:36 and its related scriptures guide you in setting goals and making life choices that honor God?1. How does the feeding of the four thousand reflect God's provision in your life?

2. Why do you think the disciples struggled to understand Jesus' warning about the leaven of the Pharisees?

3. What does the two-step healing of the blind man signify?

4. How does Peter's confession resonate with your understanding of Jesus?

5. Why do you think Peter rebuked Jesus when He predicted His death?

6. What does it mean to you personally to deny yourself, take up your cross, and follow Jesus?

7. How does Jesus' rebuke of Peter challenge your understanding of the Messiah?

8. How do you react when you don't understand Jesus' teachings or God's plans?

9. How can you apply the cost of discipleship in your daily life?

10. In what ways can you ensure you're not gaining the world but losing your soul?

11. Why is it essential to understand Jesus beyond His miracles?

12. How can we guard against the "leaven" or wrong teachings in our day?

13. How would you explain Jesus' predictions of His death and resurrection to a new believer?

14. What is the connection between faith and understanding in Mark 8?

15. What does the blind man's healing teach us about spiritual sight?

16. How can Peter's confession influence our confession of faith?

17. How can we live out the principle of denying ourselves in a culture that often promotes self-centeredness?

18. How does the cost of discipleship compare with the benefits?

19. How does Jesus' message about the worth of one's soul challenge the value system of our world today?

20. How can we support each other as a community in bearing our crosses and following Jesus?

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