Prepare (Mark 1:1-8)

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Prepare 
Mark 1:1-8

I. Intro
Big Idea: Repentance prepares us for Christ's work.

II. Good News
A. Mark shows who Jesus is. Mark 1:1
B. In preparing to meet Jesus, we meet God. Isaiah 40:1-3; Malachi 3:1; Mark 1:2-3

III. Repentance
A. Repentance is a good thing. Mark 1:4
B. We need to repent. Mark 1:5

IV. Clothing
A. John identified as a prophet. 2 Kings 1:8; Mark 1:6
B. John decreased. Mark 1:7; John 3:30

V. Baptized
A. Be baptized. Mark 1:8a
B. Be made new. Mark 1:8b; 2 Corinthians 5:17

The Next Step Life Group Follow-Up

• What comes to mind when you hear the word repent?
• What’s something that encouraged or challenged you from Mark 1:1-8?
• Why do you think Mark shows us who Jesus is in his gospel rather than just telling us facts about Him?
• Read Malachi 3:1 and Isaiah 40:1-3. How do these verses help us understand what Jesus’ reign is like?
• What’s a way you’ve experienced God’s goodness through repentance?
• How can God us our sincere repentance to change us as a church?
• What’s something you need to repent of? Pray for one another.

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