Bible Questions: Mark 12:35-37

I have written these questions based on the sermon The Rule of Christ by Matt Kennedy.

Text: Mark 12:35-37

1. [App] How is the father-son relationship characterized today?  Think about any rituals, symbols, or shared experiences that fathers and sons share today.

2. [v.35] How is the father-son relationship characterized during Biblical times?  Why is the father always considered the greater?

3. [Psalm 110] Jesus references Psalm 110.  Read the psalm as a group, and interpret its meaning in context of David writing it.

4. [v.36] Why would Jesus be so interested in quoting Psalm 110 to his audience?  What is he trying to get them to understand?

5. [v.37] When engaging others, Jesus blends his ministry with compassion and truth.  Why is one just as important as the other?

6. [v.37] Why does the crowd and temple goers continually adore Jesus’ words, while the elders only build up anger and resentment?  Is Jesus not being compassionate to everyone? 

7. [App] How does theological conversations and arguments help lead us to a better knowledge of Scripture, and a deeper relationship with God?