Do you ever have trouble paying attention when you read the Bible or pray?
Yeah, we get that. It’s completely “normal.” And we’re offering a way for you to give it a chance, even if it’s usually hard for you.
For 7 weeks, you’re invited to join us as we read through the gospel of Mark together. Maybe you’ll see that reading the Bible is a great way to deepen your faith. Maybe you’ll learn something new. Maybe by reading Scripture each day, you’ll begin to notice God more.
Reading
March 18 – Mark 11:27–33
The Authority of Jesus is Questioned
Reflection Question
1. What are some ways that your friends see Jesus?
2. Why do you think that they feel this way towards Him?
March 19 – Mark 12:1–12
The Parable of the Tenants
Reflection Question
Do you find it difficult to follow Jesus when the people around you aren't?
March 20 – Mark 12:13–27
Paying the Imperial Tax to Caesar, Marriage at the Resurrection
Reflection Questions
1. What are some distractions that seem to get in the way of serving and caring for others?
2. How can you eliminate those distractions this week and better serve your friends and family?
March 21 – Mark 12:28–44
The Greatest Commandment, Whose Son Is the Messiah?, Warning Against the Teachers of the Law, The Widow's Offering
Reflection Question
How can you love God and others in new expressive ways?
March 22 – Mark 13:1–31
The Destruction of the Temple and the Signs of the End Times
Reflection Question
What are some ways that you can center your mind to focus on the good news that Easter is coming?
March 23 – Mark 13:32–14:1
The Day and Hour Unknown, Jesus Anointed at Bethany
Reflection Questions
How can you give God gratitude today?
March 24 – Sabbath
Worship, Rest, and Catch Up on This Week’s Readings Today
Reflection Questions
1. What did you notice about this week's passages?
2. Where and how did you encounter God this week?