If your hand causes you to sin, cut it off. It is better for you to enter life crippled than to have two hands and go into hell, into the unquenchable fire. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Mark 9:43? 2. How does Mark 9:43 emphasize the seriousness of sin in our lives? 3. What practical steps can you take to "cut off" sin from your life? 4. How does Mark 9:43 connect with Matthew 5:29-30 on avoiding sin? 5. Why is it important to prioritize eternal life over temporary pleasures, according to Mark 9:43? 6. How can Mark 9:43 inspire accountability within your Christian community? 7. What does Mark 9:43 mean by "cut it off" regarding sin? 8. How does Mark 9:43 reflect on the severity of sin? 9. What historical context influences the interpretation of Mark 9:43? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Mark 9? 11. What is the Unquenchable Fire? 12. What does Jesus teach about the nature of hell? 13. Isn’t Hell an unjust punishment for finite sins? 14. How does hell appear? Discussion Questions 1. What does Jesus' use of hyperbolic language in Mark 9:43 teach us about the nature of sin and its consequences?2. How can we apply the principle of "cutting off" sin in our daily lives without resorting to literal self-harm? 3. In what ways does Romans 6:12-13 complement Jesus' teaching in Mark 9:43 about dealing with sin? 4. How does having an eternal perspective, as suggested in Mark 9:43, influence our decisions and actions regarding sin? 5. What practical steps can we take to rely on God's strength in our pursuit of holiness, as suggested by Hebrews 12:1-2?1. How does the Transfiguration of Jesus deepen your understanding of His divine identity? 2. How do you relate to the father's statement, "I do believe; help me overcome my unbelief!"? 3. Why do you think the disciples were unable to cast out the unclean spirit from the boy? 4. How does Jesus' second prediction of His death and resurrection build on the first one mentioned in Mark 8? 5. How do you understand Jesus' teaching about true greatness and servanthood? 6. What steps can you take to cultivate a servant-hearted lifestyle? 7. How does Jesus' warning against causing others to sin influence your interactions with others? 8. How can we foster a peaceful community, as Jesus encourages in verse 50? 9. What can you learn from the disciples' misunderstanding and fear regarding Jesus' prediction of His death? 10. What is the significance of Moses and Elijah appearing during the Transfiguration? 11. How do the themes of faith and unbelief play out in your own life? 12. How do you interpret Jesus' teachings on the consequences of sin? 13. Why do you think Jesus used a child to illustrate His point about greatness in the kingdom of God? 14. How can you apply the lesson of the father's desperate faith in your current life circumstances? 15. In what ways does our culture's understanding of greatness differ from Jesus' teachings? 16. How might the disciples' fear and lack of understanding of Jesus' prediction affect their faith? 17. How does the Transfiguration event provide insight into the nature of God's kingdom? 18. What steps can you take to avoid causing others to stumble in their faith journey? 19. How can Jesus' teachings on servanthood transform your understanding of leadership? 20. How does the concept of sacrificial service challenge your current understanding of success and achievement? Links Mark 9:43 NIVMark 9:43 NLT Mark 9:43 ESV Mark 9:43 NASB Mark 9:43 KJV Mark 9:43 Commentaries Bible Hub |



