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by Taryn Harbridge
For this WeakEnd Assignment we continue our walk through
Mark to consider what we find in this book that will strengthen our hearts
during this time.
So find a quiet place and hour where you will not be disturbed. Be able to listen to the video above. Have your Bible, notebook, a writing
implement and a refreshment with you.
Settle your heart, listen to the video as you pray for the Lord to give you new insight as
you study.
When you are ready, read through the entire chapter 8 of
Mark. Remember to enter today’s date in
your notebook. As you read, underline
verses or words you feel are important for you to remember. Note, there are six segments or topics in
this chapter:
|
Segments |
Verses |
1 |
Four-thousand fed |
1-10 |
2 |
Jesus’ lecture to His disciples |
14-21 |
3 |
The blind man in Bethsaida |
22-26 |
4 |
Simon Peter’s important
confession |
27-30 |
5 |
The conflict with Simon Peter |
31-33 |
6 |
How to follow Jesus |
34-38 |
Today, it is about engaging your imagination as you read the
verses and answer these questions:
1. Imagine
you are one of those in the crowd of 4,000.
Why would you choose to stay rather than go get something to eat?
2. Imagine
you are one of Jesus’ disciples. Did you
feel foolish when asking the followers to sit down and wait for something to
eat?
3. Did
you remember this is the second time He has done this? (Mark 6:30-44). Compare the two ‘feedings’ and discover what
was different and what was the same.
4. As
a disciple, how did you feel when there are leftovers!
5. Imagine
you are one of the Pharisees. Do you
want to trip Jesus up or are you personally curious?
6. After
Jesus and the disciples get into the boat and go to the other side, how do you
think Jesus is feeling when the disciples are worried about food?
7. Imagine
you are the blind man. You feel Jesus
take your hand. Do you think it feels
remarkable or just like an ordinary hand?
8. Once
the blindman, can see clearly, why do you think Jesus tells him to go straight
home, rather than enter the village?
9. Jesus
asks Peter a personal question and it is THE critical one for all of us. Write out Mark 8:29. When were you able to answer it as Peter did?
10.
Imagine you are Peter (verses 31-33). How do you feel when Jesus says, ‘Get behind
Me, Satan;’?
11.
In light of question 11 above, why is this dialogue
important for each of us (who are committed to Christ) to keep in mind.
12.
BONUS
Question: What are five ways it
may cost you to follow Jesus (verses 34-38)?
Take care with love, especially His, Darlene (who still
prays for you each day)
PS: Find my
statement of faith: https://especiallyhislove.blogspot.com
(where you will also find a series of beginner Bible studies to
share). You can easily find the WeakDay Devotion online by doing a Google
search for ‘WeakDay Devotion’. (Also,
there is an android ‘Google
Blogger’ app you can download to read them on your phone. Not sure about Apple.)
NEW PRAYER REQUESTS (any updates?)
· Christians
in Afghanistan –
Many Christians went to this country to share the Good News to many who would never
have heard of Jesus. These leaders and baby
Christians are now in heightened danger and need your prayers to protect them and
sustain them during this time.
· UPDATE - Afghanistan disaster – Please pray for those who remain
in this chaotic country and all those Afghans who hoped in a future that they
are now watching be destroyed by barbarians.
How heart wrenching.
· Thanksgiving - Junko has passed her English exam and will now be able to be certified in Australia as a Registered Nurse. UPDATE - Louise, sister
of Rachael – has come through her second reconstructive surgery
after her double mastectomy (she’s now cancer free) and is now doing great,
back to a normal life and routines. She
sends thanks for all your prayers.
· UPDATE - Peyton - eldest granddaughter of Jeff
and Rachael – is entering her second year of college. Please continue to pray for her that she does
well, makes good decisions and continues having a good relationship with the
Lord.
· Isaias and Judith (Ambassadors for Christ the Philippines) Catorce family lead a conservative, Bible-based ministry,
teaching and discipling in a remarkably
difficult mission field that I have visited and support. To learn more, visit: https://afcph.org/ .
Pray our Father keep these servants strong, safe and guards their health. Consider sending a note of encouragement to
Isaias, the founder ( icatorce@gmail.com ) and pray about making a donation
( www.tms-global.org ).
·
Adam –
please pray for his strength and peace as he pursues a new job and that the
Lord will guide him clearly in his decisions and that his wife will be the
loving supporter he badly needs.
·
The World –
Pray for God’s mercy as unrest around the globe increases, and that our Father
will bring comfort and calm to His children.
Pray for Bible-based Christians scattered across the globe to be safe
and remain selflessly bold with the Word.
Help them rest and trust in the Lord.
·
Pray for those in
these countries who read the WeakDay Devotion –That His mighty works
will be worked out in each life for His purposes and glory in surprising and
wonderful ways! Thank the Lord for
allowing this blog reach around His world in humbling and unexpected geographic
locations, including Hong Kong, Israel, Sweden, Russia, USA, Canada, Ukraine,
Poland, UK, France, Australia, UAE, Fiji, Germany, Portugal, Romania, Spain,
Ireland, American Samoa, Brazil, The Philippines, Estonia, Singapore, China,
India.
· Barb – my brother’s
faithful and kind wife. Thank you for
praying for her. She needs prayers to
sustain her and protect her health and energy during this time of additional
stress and challenge.
·
UPDATE - Sophie – three-year old daughter of a friend. She continues to have tests to diagnose her
disease (some serious conclusions have been suggested). She remains frail and unwell. Please pray for her, her parents and health
carers to find ways to manage the symptoms.
·
Hans –
a dear friend in Germany, the immunotherapy for his lung cancer seems to be
working for now. Pray for his ongoing
strength through the pain, patience and God’s mercy. Pray for his healthcare providers and that he
is surrounded by faithful and compassionate Christian friends who will support
him through this journey. Pray for his
Mom (age 84) who is also unwell -- that their time together is filled with
extraordinary good memories and lots of love.
·
Callilah
- a lost child. Pray the Lord will
capture her heart.
Pray for those in full-time service
Pray to uphold our Christian leaders – that they never compromise God’s Word, are bold and courageous in the face of evil. Pray for their wisdom, safety, ingenuity, strength and for their families.
Pray for those with ongoing health concerns
Many of us have family, friends and loved ones with fragile health. Pray God takes special care with them and protects them in practical ways and that the Lord will have mercy on them during this challenging time.
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