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Mark 3:1-13 ESV
And as he came out of the temple, one of his disciples said to him, “Look, Teacher, what wonderful stones and what wonderful buildings!” 2 And Jesus said to him, “Do you see these great buildings? There will not be left here one stone upon another that will not be thrown down.” 3 And as he sat on the Mount of Olives opposite the temple, Peter and James and John and Andrew asked him privately, 4 “Tell us, when will these things be, and what will be the sign when all these things are about to be accomplished?” 5 And Jesus began to say to them, “See that no one leads you astray. 6 Many will come in my name, saying, ‘I am he!’ and they will lead many astray. 7 And when you hear of wars and rumors of wars, do not be alarmed. This must take place, but the end is not yet. 8 For nation will rise against nation, and kingdom against kingdom. There will be earthquakes in various places; there will be famines. These are but the beginning of the birth pains. 9 “But be on your guard. For they will deliver you over to councils, and you will be beaten in synagogues, and you will stand before governors and kings for my sake, to bear witness before them. 10 And the gospel must first be proclaimed to all nations. 11 And when they bring you to trial and deliver you over, do not be anxious beforehand what you are to say, but say whatever is given you in that hour, for it is not you who speak, but the Holy Spirit. 12 And brother will deliver brother over to death, and the father his child, and children will rise against parents and have them put to death. 13 And you will be hated by all for my name’s sake. But the one who endures to the end will be saved.”
Sermon Discussion Guide
Big Idea:
There are two primary views that people have of the end times but they miss the whole point. Our focus should not be on how things will end but on who is returning. Jesus tells us how we are to live in the end times. “Don’t be led astray. Don’t be alarmed. Be on guard. Don’t be anxious. And speak the word of God.”
THOUGHTS FROM THE SERMON
Read Mark 13:1-13. What stood out to you in the reading?
How were you impacted by the message this week?
- What stuck with you?
- Did you have any “Aha!” moments?
- Was there something you needed to be reminded of?
What are the two popular views of the end times mentioned in the sermon? In what ways do they miss the point?
How are we to live in the end times according to Jesus? Talk about the five commands we were given. How could living this way be a benefit in your life?
- How has the Spirit empowered you and given you inner strength recently?
- What does it mean to allow Christ to make his home in our hearts?
- Why should God’s glory be the most important outcome and end goal in our lives?
How can your group hold you accountable this week? How can they encourage you?
NOTES
PERSONAL REFLECTION
Of the two views of the end times we looked at, which one have you adopted? After this week’s message, how has your thinking changed?
Take some time to reflect on the five commands Jesus gives us as we live in the end times. Which one would you say you struggle with the most? Why?
How can you remind yourself daily of these truths? Try reading, writing, or listening to them.
How can you grow personally and spiritually by living out these commands in your life?
Who could you personally impact with this message? Tell them about it in your own words.
DEEPER
Pray: That we would live the life Jesus has called us to in these end days. Commit to praying for each other throughout the upcoming week. At your next meeting, follow up with each other’s prayer requests.
Write: Write out the five commands given to us by Jesus in a journal so you see them during morning devotionals -OR- Write them on sticky notes and place them throughout the house so you see them on a regular basis. Visit The Gate to view the sermon manuscript to review the message.
Sing: Visit Songs for the Weekend Gate article and listen to the worship songs from Sunday throughout the week. Look up the lyrics to each song and spend some time reading them as well.
Memorize: As a Life Group, pick a few verses from the sermon and memorize them this week. (Mark 13:1-13; John 2:18-22)
Love: How can you echo the message of Christ’s love this week? How can this message of love encourage someone you know?
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