Summary: Beginning to Live with Faith [Beginning to Live series] Text: Mark 16:1-20 "You are looking for Jesus the Nazarene, who was crucified. He has risen! He is not here. See the place where they laid him." (Mark 16:6) Faith is an active belief in Jesus as the promised One who changes everything about the world and our lives. From dead ends to new beginnings From looking backward to moving forward From fear-filled to fearless From shut-up to overflowing Discussion Questions: What would you say is the most well-known thing about Jesus in the world today, whether for Christians or non-Christians? This week, we are looking at Mark 16:1-20 as we celebrate the resurrection of Jesus from death. Whether you are studying on your own or with a group, take a moment to read this passage out loud. Then ask God to speak to you throughout your time of study. After reading this passage, how would you describe the situation of each person or group of people here? Then, take some time to consider how they responded to Jesus in their encounter with Him. Return to verses 6-7. What are the main points of what the angelic messenger speaks to the women who came to Jesus' tomb? How would you describe your situation in life when you first encountered Jesus in a way that changed you? What would you say God most clearly spoke into your life at that point? Now look at the latter verses in this chapter. What does Jesus ask of His followers as He returns from the Father? How are you living out that same command of Jesus in your life? How might you need to take some new steps of faith forward with that instruction? Identify one person in your life who needs new life in Jesus Christ. Commit to praying for them each day of this week.
