Date: 11 Mar 2015
Passage: Matthew 6:25-27
Why does Jesus say “do not worry”? What is the difference between worrying, considering and planning? What effect does each have on us? According to the passage, what do we worry about? (see v 25).
Date: 10 Mar 2015
Passage: Matthew 6:24
What are some “masters” we might serve today? How do they master us? What are the signs of “enslavement” you may be experiencing and what can be done about it?
Date: 9 Mar 2015
Passage: Matthew 6:24-34
What does Jesus mean by “masters” in v24? What are the 2 masters mentioned there?
Date: 7 Mar 2015
Passage: Mark 14:29-31
Jesus predicted that his disciples would all desert him under pressure. Have there been times when you also have buckled under pressure? What can we do to make sure this does not happen to us?
Date: 6 Mar 2015
Passage: Mark 14:22-23
They all ate and drank together, and yet in v27 Jesus announced that they would all fall away. How is it possible to “fall away” even when we are in relationship with God and each other? What measures can we take to ensure this does not happen to us today?
Date: 5 Mar 2015
Passage: Mark 14:22-24
The bread and wine (and singing) were part of the Passover meal which all Jews commemorated at this time of the Jewish calendar. Jesus added new words “Take it; this is my body.” “This is my blood of the covenant which is poured out for many.” Why do you think he did this?