SERMON DISCUSSION QUESTIONS
Can I Trust the Christian View of Power?
Mark 10:35-45
1. What does the request of James and John reveal about their understanding of authority and power?
2. Where have you seen the misuse of power in Christian circles?
3. Where have you seen the misuse of power in the secular world?
4. Why does Jesus refer to the “cup” and “baptism?”
5. How does the gospel redefine our understanding of power?
6. How does the world’s view of power create division , polarization and strife?
7. How does the Christian view of power bring about unity and peace?
8. How have you been tempted to adopt the world’s view of power?
9. Spend some time in prayer that our hearts would be aligned with Jesus and his mission not to be served but to serve.