18-The Power of Faith on Display
March 11, 2025

Faith and Healing in Mark 5

Key Takeaways:
1. Jesus responds to faith, no matter how small.
2. Jesus has power over sickness and death.
3. The Jesus you believe in matters - it must be the Jesus of the Bible.
4. Jesus is not dissuaded by mockery or ridicule.
5. Even a little faith can lead to amazing things in our lives.

Discussion Questions:

  1. The sermon mentions two examples of faith: Jairus and the woman with the flow of blood. How do their approaches to Jesus differ? What can we learn from each of them?

  2. How does Jesus’ response to the woman with the flow of blood demonstrate His compassion and grace? How might this encourage us in our own struggles?

  3. Pastor Chris mentions his own experience with anxiety. How have you experienced God’s healing or grace in your own life struggles?

  4. Discuss the statement: “The Jesus you believe in matters.” Why is it important to believe in the Jesus of the Bible rather than other interpretations?

  5. How does Jesus’ power over death in this passage impact your view of Him? How might it affect how we face our own mortality or the loss of loved ones?

  6. The sermon emphasizes that even a little faith can lead to amazing things. How might this encourage someone who feels their faith is weak?

Practical Applications:

  1. This week, identify an area in your life where you need to exercise faith. Take a step to trust God in that situation, no matter how small it seems.

  2. Reflect on times when God has answered your prayers or worked in your life. Share one of these experiences with the group or with someone who needs encouragement.

  3. If you’re struggling with a long-term issue (like the woman in the passage), commit to bringing it to Jesus daily this week, trusting in His power and timing.

  4. Look for opportunities to share the true Jesus of the Bible with others, emphasizing His power, compassion, and ability to save.

Closing Prayer:
Thank God for His power over sickness and death. I (we) ask for increased faith and the courage to trust Him in all circumstances. I (we) pray for those in the group who are facing challenges or need healing.