For January 24, 2010

Reading Selections and Questions for Sunday, January 24, 2010.

1) Mark 9:33-37
What were the disciples arguing about? What lesson was Jesus trying to teach them?
Luke 22:24-27
How did Jesus’ teaching in this passage contrast to worldly wisdom ? How did Jesus live out His servant attitude? How do you live out your servant attitude?

2) Mark 9:38-41
What was John’s concern?
Matthew 10:40-42
What did Jesus teach as the standard for inclusion in His kingdom?
Numbers 11:24-29
How does this Old Testament story compare to what the disciples were learning?

3) Mark 9:42-50
What did Jesus teach about the seriousness of sin? How is our attitude toward sin related to having healthy relationships? Focus on verse 49: Name some properties of salt. What is it useful for? What does it mean to be salted by fire?

4) 1 Corinthians 1:10-17
How does this situation in the church compare with Mark 9:33-41? According to these passages, what attitude should we have toward other Christians and churches?
Romans 12:9-21
Which of these “getting along” instructions stand out the most to you?