May 9th - May 15th, 2021
Verses of the Week
Mark 5: 25, 27 - 29 (ESV)
25 And there was a woman who has a discharge of blood for twelve years, … 27 She had heard the reports about Jesus and came up behind Him in the crowd and touched His garment. 28 For she said, “if I touch even His garments, I will be made well.” 29 And immediately the flow of blook dried up, and she felt in her body that she was healed of her disease.”
Going Deeper
Review Mark 5: 25 - 34
1a) “Faith in itself is not materialized until it is followed by action.” Expound on this statement.
1b) What impact do our thoughts have on our faith?
2a) Compare and contrast Ephesians 2:8-9 and James 2:17
2b) How does this ‘woman’s’ story, nestled in its position in the text (Mark 5:1-43), substantiate God’s sovereignty?
3a) “Faith will give you a vision of what is possible”. Discuss this statement and identify at least one (1) Scripture to support it.
3b) Jesus did not “find” this ‘woman’ she sought Him after hearing reports about Him. How does this influence our need to testify about the work of God in our lives?
Assess Your Life
1) How persistent are you in demonstrating your faith in God?
a) My faith is not very strong, but I am prepared to do what it takes to build it.
b) I am trying to trust God, but I oftentimes fail to demonstrate this in my choices and actions.
c) My faith in God is increasing and is regularly seen in my choices and actions.
d) I intentionally demonstrate my faith in God through my choices and actions.
e) My faith in God is strong, I completely trust Him, and this is always reflected in my choices and actions.
2) What internal or external factor(s) may be hindering your demonstration of faith in God?
Application
1) Identify three actions you can consistently take that will enable you to demonstrate faith In God
2) Of the list above, which one(s) will you be intentional about working on this week?
I will ask
Sermon Main Points
Your actions are driven by your faith, therefore you must:
- Watch your thoughts and words
- Reach out and touch
- Stay in faith
Sermon Reflection
What stood out for me in this sermon?
What is something I can do to remember this?
Quotes
“Faith will give you a vision of what is possible. The Word will provide the context, encouragement, belief and conviction that your issue can be resolved…so stay in the Word.” —M. Ian Blanchard
5 Day Study Plan
Use the Inductive Bible Study method to study these scriptures this week and remember to share with someone else.
Inductive Bible Study Method
1. What does the text say? (Observation)
2. What does the text mean? (Interpretation)
3. How should I respond to this text? (Application)
Day 1 - James 2: 14 - 17
Day 2 - Luke 6: 43 - 45
Day 3 - John 5: 1 - 9
Day 4 - Luke 18: 35 - 43
Day 5 - Matthew 14: 28 - 32
For best results, this content should be read and prepared privately and then disccussed in your small group or with family / friends. We were not created to do life alone - get connected with a small group and grow together.
Harvest Bible Chapel Barbados - 2021