Thursday, April 3, 2008

Discussion Questions for Thursday, April 3rd

Mark 16 Discussion Questions

Verses 1-13
* Marys find empty tomb with angel inside
* Jesus appears to Mary and non-disciples

1. How would you describe the feelings and thoughts of the women as they set out for the tomb?

2. What options did they have if they encountered the stone still in place?

3. What things that the angel told the women had Jesus already told them? When did Jesus tell them?

4. What were the disciples doing when they were told the good news and what was their response?

Verses 14-20
* Jesus commissions followers to proclaim the gospel to the world

5. In what order and to whom did Jesus reveal Himself? Why do you think He did not start by revealing Himself to His inner circle band of 11 disciples?

6. What do you think was the mood in the room when Jesus appeared to the 10 disciples?

7. What was Jesus' parting command / instruction to His followers?

8. What is the gospel / Good News? Can you summarize it?