Sermon Notes

Looking Back
1. What teaching from the last sermon and group discussion applies to your life today?

Explore
2. Pastor David said that following Jesus is like walking an uphill path, sometimes uncertain and difficult. How does Mark 10:32 describe the disciples’ emotions as they followed Jesus to Jerusalem?

3. Why do you think James and John asked to sit at Jesus’ right and left in His glory (Mark 10:37)? How did their request show misunderstanding about Jesus’ mission?

Examine
4. Pastor David said that Jesus reveals His plans to us one step at a time, just as He did with the disciples. How did Jesus progressively reveal His coming suffering in Mark 8:31, 9:31, and 10:33-34?

5. What did Jesus mean when He said in Mark 10:45, “For even the Son of Man came not to be served but to serve, and to give His life as a ransom for many” (ESV)? How does this redefine greatness?

Apply
6. Pastor David said that Jesus modeled servant leadership. What is one practical way you can serve others this week with humility?

7. Jesus led the way to Jerusalem knowing He would suffer and die (Mark 10:32-34). What is one area in your life where you struggle to trust Jesus' leadership, and how can you surrender it to Him?