Summary: Mark 11:11-26

When Jesus was on earth, He not only made a way for us to be with God, but He showed us what it looks like to relate with God. In this passage, Jesus reminded the disciples of the way they were to live set apart by displaying righteous anger over the corruption of the temple. He showed the disciples true faith in asking of and believing in the Father. He reminded them to forgive just as they valued forgiveness from God.

 

What Does This Say about God?

God has become our example through Jesus. He is after our hearts. We can believe God and the promises He has given us to bring the fruit of true heart change. He is ready to draw near to us, forgive us, and answer our prayers when we come to Him.

 

Parent Kick-Off

Share what God revealed to you through the sermon.

 

Discussion with Younger Kids

  • When has it been hard to do the right thing? How can God help us do good things when we ask Him for help?
  • What does it look like to forgive someone? Is forgiveness important to you? Why do you think forgiveness is important to God?

 

Discussion with Older Kids

  • What are some of the things we learn from the Bible that are hard to do? Have you asked God to help you with these things? How can God help you with those things?
  • When have you had to forgive someone? What was hard about it? Why is forgiveness important? Why do you think it is important to God? Is there anyone you need to forgive?

 

Discussion with Teens

  • What are some things you have learned from Scripture that are hard to obey? What is challenging about living according to the Bible? What is the difference between God bringing fruit in your life and you trying to make it happen on your own?
  • When have you had to practice forgiveness? What was hard about that? How did forgiveness contribute to healing in that situation? Why do you think forgiveness is important to God? Who do you need to forgive?

 

Memory Verse

“Truly I say to you, whoever says to this mountain, ‘Be taken up and thrown into the sea,’ and does not doubt in his heart, but believes that what he says is going to happen, it will be granted to him.” —Mark 11:23

 

Prayer

Pray and ask God to grow your faith to trust Him and go to Him for help. Ask Him to bring the fruit of the Spirit in your life and help you forgive others as He has forgiven you.