Decision (Mark 15:1-20)

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Decision
Mark 15:1-20
I. Intro
Big Idea: Jesus judges us. Acts 17:31

II. Plans
A. The Jewish leaders needed a Roman ruling to murder Jesus. Mark 15:1
​B. Jesus is the Lord of life. Mark 15:2-5; Luke 23:2

III. The Custom
A. Barabbas was the kind of savior people want. Mark 15:6-8
B. Self-interest always rejects Jesus. Mark 15:9-11

IV. Committed
A. Jesus didn’t meet the crowd’s expectations. Mark 15:12-14
B. Pilate feared people more than God. Mark 15:15

V. Homage
A. Someday we will all bow before King Jesus. Mark 15:16-19; Philippians 2:9-11
B. Jesus came to save us. Mark 15:20; 1 Corinthians 4:2-4

The Next Step

• What’s something in your life right now that reminds you of God’s presence and faithful?
• When do you feel most compelled to pray?
• Why do you think people find it difficult to pray?
• How can seeking God and His will for us and others change our prayer lives?
• Read Hebrews 4:15. How can remembering that Jesus sympathizes with our weakness change our prayer lives?
• What’s a specific way you can respond to Mark 14:27-42?