Mark 1 and 2

1. 1:1-8 What was John’s purpose? What do you think is meant by “Make straight paths for Him”?
   
2. 1:9-13 Describe Jesus’ baptism in the Jordan River.
   
3. 1:14-20 What did Jesus call Simon and Andrew to do? What does this mean?
   
4. 1:21-28 In verse 27, what new doctrine, or teaching, are the people referring to?
   
5. 1:29-39 Why did Jesus leave Capernaum even though everyone was looking for Him?
   
6. 1:40-44 How did the leper inhibit Jesus’ desire to fulfill His purpose?
   
7. 2:1-12 What are the three manifestations of Jesus’ godhood in this incident? [Consider verse 9. Which is easier?]
   
8. 2:13-17 In verse 16, how do you think the Pharisees would want to answer their own question? [Consider: What would your reaction be if you saw a religious leader eating with someone who had taken advantage of you financially?]
   
9. 2:18-22 Read John 3:29. Is it a coincidence that Jesus speaks of a bridegroom?
   
10. 2:23-28 How does the story about David apply to Jesus’ actions on the Sabbath? (See 1 Samuel 21:1-6.)