Community Group Questions
Expand1. Read Mark 10:13-16. Why did the disciples try to prevent the children from coming to Jesus? What did this indicate about their perception of the kingdom of God?
2. In Mark 10:18, the rich man calls Jesus “good teacher” and Jesus questions him about it. In Mark 10:20, he simply addresses him as “teacher.” What does this indicate about the man’s belief about Christ?
3. Read Mark 10:21. What is the one thing that the rich man lacks?
4. Have you ever found yourself in this man’s shoes, faced with a similar choice? Share with the group how you processed through it.
5. What are things that you are currently gripping most tightly?
6. Read Matthew 19:23-25. Is it possible for a rich man to enter heaven? How?
7. Pray as a group for one another (as each has shared) for God’s grace to loosen our grip.