Are you Hiding from God?
What’s the latest ad you’ve encountered online that really tempted you? What about it was appealing?
What stood out to you most from the message?
Where do you see characteristics of the crowd in yourself? What about characteristics of a disciple?
Where do you see Jesus being invitational with the crowds? Where do you see Him challenging them?
Read Mark 5:25-34. What does Jesus’ interaction with the bleeding woman tell you about His character? What does that reveal about how he might interact toward you?
Where in the crowd are you standing right now? Up High, Down Low, or in The Middle? Why do you place yourself there?
How does your position in the crowd influence your interactions with Jesus?
What’s the line you believe Jesus is inviting you to cross right now? What would it look like to step over?
Let’s end with prayer. You can say something like, “Jesus, thank you for the ways you pursue us and love us. Thank you for the ways you challenge us. Thank you for always wanting a deeper relationship with us. Give us the courage to step over the line into becoming your disciples. Amen.”
Jesus loves you. A lot. But just like every great relationship, there will be challenges as you grow together. Come and explore the 3 types of people who rarely step up to that challenge. And the simple way not to be one of them.