Small Group Questions

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We will be discussing the following sermon: Learning from Jesus’ priority of prayer // Mark 1:35-39

Read Mark 1:21-34

• What good things are happening in Jesus’ ministry in these verses?

• What might be your expectation for the following day based on verse 28?

Read Mark 1:35

• What actions did Jesus take in the early morning, as described in Mark 1:35?

• What does Jesus’ departure to a desolate place to pray teach us about his priorities? (He needed communion with the Father)

• What might have been the hindrances to Jesus “quiet time” with the Father in prayer?

• In light of this passage, how do you think Jesus knew His life purpose so clearly?

• What is most difficult to you about praying?

Read Hebrews 5:7 and Luke 23:46

• What key moments in Jesus’ life and ministry highlight his priority of prayer?

• In what ways can we prioritize prayer in our own busy lives, following Jesus’ example?

• How can understanding Jesus’ priority of prayer challenge our daily routines?

Read John 5:19, 30 and John 15:10-11

• Why is the concept of obedience linked to prayer?

• How can we align our personal agendas with God’s will through prayer?

• What does the following quote teach us about prayer? “Don’t think of prayer as an impersonal requirement. Realize that it is a Person, the Lord Jesus Christ, with all authority and with all love, who expects us to pray… His command to pray is a command of love. In His love He desires to communicate with us and to bless us.” Donald Whitney

Read Mark 1:36-39

• What was the reaction of the disciples when they found Jesus in a desolate place praying?

• How might good things can distract us from God’s priorities?

• How does Mark 1:35-39 illustrate the concept of divine guidance in our decision-making processes?

• What are some of the things that keep us from prayer?

• How can you order the parts of your life to reflect the priorities Jesus had?

• Following Jesus’ example, what can you do this week to spend more quality time with the Lord in prayer?

• Can you share a memorable experience you’ve had while engaging in prayer or solitude?

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