Younger Men's Bible Study (2)

Mark 5:21-43; Mark 6:1-29

Read Mark 5:21-43.

1. Jairus is a synagogue ruler, one of the religious leaders of his people, yet heis powerless to save his daughter. What does he expect from Jesus? What does he get?

2. The woman with bleeding was also powerless, and beyond the help of anyone else. What response does Jesus commend her for?

Read Mark 6:1-6.

3. What is so strange about the response in Nazareth?

4. What are the reasons for the people’s response?

Read Mark 6:14-29.

5. Is Herod an attractive or an unattractive character? What are his strengths and weaknesses?

6. What threat does Herod pose for Jesus’ mission?

7. How is Jesus being contrasted with Herod? What does Jesus do that Herod doesn’t do?