"Mark of Hope" Bible Study
"Mark of Hope" is the theme for worship & bible study this winter. Copies of the Gospel of Mark are available in the lobby for you to take home. We will read one chapter of Mark each week, emphasizing a verse on Sunday. Below each weekly reading are questions for you to consider as you read the chapter throughout the week as well as a Bible verse for you to begin your day.
February 1, Hope in Crisis. Mark 4:35-41.
1. What do you need from Jesus to "cross over" in your week ahead?
2. How can you model the words, "peace be still," to someone in your family or friendship network this week?Psalm 37:7a: Be still before the Lord, and wait patiently for him."
February 8, Hope in Addiction. Mark 5: 1-20
February 15, How Do We Steward Our Bread? Mark 6:30-44.
1) Do you think there is enough bread to go around in our world?
2) What might you do to share “bread” with someone outside your family this week?Psalm 27:1 “The LORD is my light and my salvation; whom shall I fear?”
February 22, Counterfeit Hope. Mark 7:1-7
1) When have you been deceived by false hope or empty promises?
2) Is there an area that needs to be brought into alignment in your life regarding words and deeds?Matthew 6:33: “But strive first for the kingdom of God and his righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well.”
March 1, (Lent) Hope Seeks Direction. Mark 8:34-38.
1) What is the most challenging part of following Jesus?
2) How has following Jesus changed your life this season?Matthew 28:20b: “…And remember I am with you always, to the end of the age.”
March 8, Do I Have Enough Faith? Mark 9:14-29.
March 15, Bringing Hope to Children. Mark 10:13-22.
Mar. 22, What Three Questions Would You Ask Jesus? Mark 12:13-17.
March 29, Hope in the End Times. Mark 13:9-13.
April 5, Palm Sunday, Serving In Hope. Mark 11.
April 9, Maundy Thursday, Hope at the Table, Mark 14
April 10, Good Friday, Hope in Darkness, Mark 15
April12, Easter, A Three Day God. Mark 16,
All Saints Lutheran Church
2951 Chapel Valley Road
Fitchburg, WI 53711
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