Sojourners In The Storm Bible Study

Mark 8a

Jesus Feeds the 4000.

Mark 8:1-10

I. Jesus feeds the 4000. (1-10)

A. Jesus has compassion on a crowd that put importance of the word over their own physical situation. (1-3)

B. Jesus can take use a small amount to accomplish great things. (4,5)

C. God never stops giving when we recognize where the provision comes from. (6,7)

D. Jesus provides fulfilment. (8)

E. Jesus sends the crowd home and returns to Jewish populous. (9-10)

Mark 7b

Jesus Ministers in the Gentile Regions.

Mark 7:24-37

II. Jesus ministers in the gentile regions. (24-37)

A. Jesus seeks rest in the gentile regions. (24)

B. Jesus ministry had gained respect in areas outside of Israel. (25,26)

C. Jesus ministry was geared towards Israel first but was extended to gentiles second. (27)

D. Salvation is granted to all who chose to believe Gentile or Jew. (28)

E. Jesus rewards the woman’s faith and demonstrates power to heal from a distance. (29,30)

F. Jesus the creator speaks and the creation responds. (31-34)

G. Jesus was glorified in his work in the gentile regions. (35-37)

Mark 7a

The Dangers of Traditions.

Mark 7:1-23 NKJV

A. Tradition will lead to the replacement of the Word as they seek holiness through human means. (1-4)

What are the dangers of putting Traditions over the word of God?

We develop a wrong view of sin as well as holiness by putting works above relationship.

B. Because the tradition was not followed by the disciples, Jesus was accused. (5)

C. The traditions of men are a contradiction to the Word of God. (6-13)

Why are we called to a life of humility and not ritualistic showmanship?

Because we can become separated from the reality of God by our false religious rituals.

Why should we be aware of Legalism in our lives?

Because we all fall short of the glory of God and are all susceptible to sin no matter how pious we strive to be.

D. True worship of God comes from a faithful heart and not from external appearance. (14-16)

Where does faithful living originate?

In the repentant heart of an admitted sinner who has turned to Jesus.

E. Faith is determined by the condition of the heart, and its exports not the imports of the world.

Why should we examine our hearts?

To be sure to purge the evil that dwells within them as we strive to be more like Christ.

1 Peter 3:15 NKJV

15 But sanctify the Lord God in your hearts, and always be ready to give a defense to everyone who asks you a reason for the hope that is in you, with meekness and fear;[i]

[i] The New King James Version (Nashville: Thomas Nelson, 1982), 1 Pe 3:14–15.

Mark 6e

Keep on Paddling!

Mark 6:45-56

V. Keep on Paddling. (45-56)

A. We are all sent out across the sea as Jesus looks on. (45-47)

B. At an appointed time, Jesus will remove us from the storm. (48)

C. We must keep a proper understanding of Jesus and not be led astray by false perceptions. (49,50a)

D. Jesus is the calming influence in the storm of our lives. (50b)

E. Jesus is the answer to all of my problems if I keep the faith. (51,52)

F. Jesus will heal and save all that put their faith and trust in him. (53-56)

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Mark 6b

Jesus sends Laborers into the Mission Field.

Chapter 6:7-13

II. Jesus sends laborers into the field (7-13)

A. Jesus commissions and appoints the Apostles to do the work of ministry. (7-9)

Acts 1:23-26 NKJV

23 And they proposed two: Joseph called Barsabas, who was surnamed Justus, and Matthias. 24 And they prayed and said, “You, O Lord, who know the hearts of all, show which of these two You have chosen 25 to take part in this ministry and apostleship from which Judas by transgression fell, that he might go to his own place.” 26 And they cast their lots, and the lot fell on Matthias. And he was numbered with the eleven apostles.[i]

2 Corinthians 13:1 NKJV

13 This will be the third time I am coming to you. “By the mouth of two or three witnesses every word shall be established.” [ii]

2 Corinthians 3:5,6 NKJV

5 Not that we are sufficient of ourselves to think of anything as beingfrom ourselves, but our sufficiency isfrom God, 6 who also made us sufficient as ministers of the new covenant, not of the letter but of the Spirit; for the letter kills, but the Spirit gives life.[iii]

B. Judgement comes to those that reject the gospel but blessings are brought by those that accept it. (10,11)

Mark 9:41 NKJV

41 For whoever gives you a cup of water to drink in My name, because you belong to Christ, assuredly, I say to you, he will by no means lose his reward.

C. The message of salvation is always followed by life change. (12,13)

Matthew 28:18-20 NKJV

18 And Jesus came and spoke to them, saying, “All authority has been given to Me in heaven and on earth. 19 Go therefore and make disciples of all the nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, 20 teaching them to observe all things that I have commanded you; and lo, I am with you always, even to the end of the age.” Amen.[iv]

[i] The New King James Version (Nashville: Thomas Nelson, 1982), Ac 1:23–26.

[ii] The New King James Version (Nashville: Thomas Nelson, 1982), 2 Co 13:1.

[iii] The New King James Version (Nashville: Thomas Nelson, 1982), 2 Co 3:5–6.

[iv] The New King James Version (Nashville: Thomas Nelson, 1982), Mt 28:18–20.

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