In the FOOTSTEPS OF THE SAVIOR

Session #1: CAPERNAUM

Suggested Questions:

Read Mark 5:21-43. How did Jairus and the bleeding woman approach Jesus differently? Why do you think that they approached Him the way they did?

Why do you think Jesus spent so much time with the bleeding woman, listening to her story when she had broken several laws to touch Him? What does this tell you about how Jesus feels about those who exist in “the margins”?

The Bible reveals that the woman who reached out and touch Jesus’ cloak, then told Christ “her whole story” (Mark 5:33 CEV). What do you think that she included in her story? How would it feel for you to dit with Jesus and tell Him your whole story?

Jairus had to wait for Jesus to heal his daughter. Have you ever had to wait on Jesus healing? What meaning or purpose have you found in that time of waiting?

Additional Questions

5. Take a moment and review Mark 5:35-42 again. Why did the people in Jairus’ household laugh at Jesus? How do you think you would have reacted in this situation?

6. What did Jesus do with the people who laughed? Why do you think He did this? When it comes to faith and belief, how are you affected by those around you?

7. Where do you need healing in your life today? (This could be physical healing, emotional, or relational - whatever feels sick or broken.)

8. What do you have trouble believing the most: that Jesus cares, that He will come, or that He can? Explain your response.