Mark 11:1-11; 14:66-72 - “GOING PUBLIC”
- Rico Tice, in his book Exploring Christianity, describes a follower of Jesus as one who knows who Jesus is, understands why Jesus came, and is prepared to follow him whatever the cost. How do these two Scripture passages affirm that description?
- Why is the final week of Jesus’ earthly ministry often portrayed as “the week that changed the world”?
- As Jesus rode into Jerusalem, how did the crowds receive him? How does his entrance compare with other accounts of Roman leaders entering cities as conquering heroes? Why might Mark’s gospel highlight the difference?
- Peter promised to follow Jesus anywhere, regardless of the cost (Mark 14:27-31). How did Peter respond when accused of being a follower of Christ? How are the three denials different? The same? What was his response to his actions?
- Why are promises broken? What’s the ultimate cost of broken promises to an individual? To a community?
- Why are promises kept? How does Jesus affirm that his promises stand and will be fulfilled in Mark 11:1-11?
- What is the power behind promises? How do promises define one’s identity? How do promises promote community? What happens when commitments are fulfilled?
- What are some risks with promise making? What are some risks of not making promises?
- 2 Corinthians 1:19-22 affirms the power of promise keeping. Why does Paul state that all God’s promises find their “Yes” in Jesus? What are some additional promises that are true because Jesus has kept his promises (see verses 21 & 22)?
- How can you trust Jesus to enable you to keep your commitments?
Ask the Lord to use this meditation on His Word to increase our love for Him and for each other as we seek to live daily by the grace of God.
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