Mark 2:18-28

Bible study discussion on Mark 2:18-28. This section presents issues relating to fasting, the Sabbath and how Jesus understands the Law. Questions to consider while reading 1. What place does fasting have in your life, and what place do you think it should have in the life of today’s Church?

2. Jesus says that his new teaching cannot be contained in tired customs or disciplines, do you have any disciplines in your life which need revitalized? Do you need to find new disciplines?

3. The Pharisees are quick to call out the disciples for violating Sabbath, how should you handle a situation when a member of your congregation is struggling, or doing something harmful to their relationship with God?

4. The Pharisees fail to acknowledge Jesus’ question (even if it was rhetorical) and refuse to enter into discussion, how do you handle people who raise objections to your belief structures?

5. Much of this section deals with appropriate celebration of the Sabbath, how important is Sabbath to you, how do you maintain Sabbath in your home?