Mark 1:1-8
TOPICS:
Gospel, Humility, Preparation, Prophecy, Repentance, Witnessing.1. Read Mark 1:1-8. How would you prepare for a home visit from your boss or another important person? What do most people think of "important people"?
---Why are some important people more likely to be followed?
2. Who was John the Baptist? Who sent him? (1:2-3)
3. What were the two aspects of John's ministry? (1:4)
4. What had to happen before John could baptize a person? (1:5).
5. What was the theme of John's message? (1:7-8)
6. What is your reaction to the fact that Isaiah's prophecy was fulfilled?
7. What does the message of Jesus have to offer to people?
8. How can we be sure that our lives focus attention on Christ and not on ourselves?
9. In what ways can you prepare others for Christ?
10. What step could you take this week toward becoming a better witness for Christ?