The Cross (Mark 8:27-9:1)

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The Cross
Mark 8:27-9:1

I. Intro                                                                                                                                             
Big Idea: The cross comes before glory.

II. The Messiah                                                                                                                                                 
A. People have all sorts of ideas about Jesus’ identity. Mark 8:27-28 
B. Jesus asked the most important question. Mark 8:29-30

III. Must Suffer                                                                                                                                               
A. We struggle with reality. Mark 8:31
B. If we don’t submit to Jesus, we follow Satan. Mark 8:32-33; 1 John 4:10

IV. He Called                                                                                                                                                 
A. We can disassociate with our flesh. Mark 8:34
B. We can experience the deliverance of our souls. Mark 8:35-36 

V. Glory                                                                                                                                               
A. We’re accountable for how we respond to Jesus. Mark 8:38; John 6:28-29
B. Seek first God’s kingdom. Mark 9:1; Hebrews 12:2

The Next Step Life Group Follow-Up

• What’s something that makes you nervous?
• Why do you think Mark included Mark 8:27-9:1 at this point in his Gospel?
• Is Christianity hard or easy? Explain. 
• How does Mark 8:27-9:1 confront the health and wealth gospel?
• Read Luke 9:23-24. Why is taking up our cross daily a good thing?
• What’s something that helps you to put God’s kingdom first?
• How can our church remain Christ-centered?
• Read Romans 8:12-14. What’s something God is calling you to put to death? Pray for one another. 

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