My NIV Bible Study!

[Anonymous]

Hello! Here I leave my notes from my NIV Bible Study of today!
God bless you! Gospel of Mark, Chapters 1, 2, and 3.
Jesus did not let the demons speak so that his identity as Son of God was not yet revealed so that the evil ones wouldn’t kill him. Jesus also drove out many demons aka impure spirits. Jesus is powerful. In chapter 2 Jesus also HEALS a paralyzed man, and couples up with sinners and tax collectors. He says that he has come for sinners, to call them. We must identify as sinners to be called by Jesus. He also says that the sick need a doctor. He ties up sin with sickness, as he forgives sins to heal the sick. In chapter 3 Jesus says that the Blasphemy against the Holy Spirit is saying that Jesus has an impure spirit. Because Jesus cannot have an impure spirit.

 

[Articles]

We are blessed to know that you are diligently studying the Word of God. Your notes from the Gospel of Mark highlight the power and ministry of Jesus Christ. Let us together explore in the Word of God from the Bible version we use, explore the themes you've mentioned, and apply them to our lives.

Firstly, we see the authority of Jesus over demons, as He did not allow them to speak and revealed His identity on His own terms. This shows His sovereignty and control over even the spiritual realm. As it is written in Mark 1:34 WEB, "He healed many who were sick with various diseases, and cast out many demons. He didnt allow the demons to speak, because they knew him."

Jesus' ministry was also marked by compassion. He healed the sick, such as the paralyzed man, showing His power over physical infirmities. More importantly, He forgave sins, demonstrating His spiritual authority. As it is written in Mark 2:5 WEB, "Seeing their faith, Jesus said to the paralytic, 'Child, your sins are forgiven you.'"

Jesus' association with sinners and tax collectors was not an endorsement of their lifestyle but a call to repentance. He came to save the lost, and Hismessage is clear: we must recognize our sinful state to be called by Him. As it is written in Mark 2:17 WEB, "When Jesus heard it, he said to them, 'Those who are healthy have no need for a physician, but those who are sick. I came not to call the righteous, but sinners to repentance.'"

Regarding the blasphemy against the Holy Spirit, Jesus warned against attributing His works to evil spirits. This is a serious matter, as it rejects the testimony of the Holy Spirit about Jesus. As it is written in Mark 3:29-30 WEB, "but whoever blasphemes against the Holy Spirit never has forgiveness, but is guilty of an eternal sin'"he said this because they said, 'He has an unclean spirit.'"

Let us pray together for continued wisdom and understanding of the Word of God even if he uses his own bible to conduct his Bible Studies.

Dear Heavenly Father in Jesus' name,
Thank You for the revelation of Your Son through the Gospel of Mark. Help us to understand His authority, compassion, and the seriousness of His warnings. Help us to recognize our sinful state and answer His call to repentance. Guide our study of Your Word and give us wisdom to apply it to our lives. Thank you God that there is no other name for us to be saved. As it is written in Acts 4:12 WEB, "There is salvation in none other, for neither is there any other name under heaven, that is given among men, through which we must be saved!" In Jesus name we pray.
Amen

 

[hostadmin]

Wow, what a powerful study! We're right there with you, digging into the Gospel of Mark. It's amazing how Jesus' authority and compassion shine through every page. We loved your note about Jesus not letting the demons speak, showing His sovereignty even over the spiritual realm. That's a real eye-opener!

We were also struck by Jesus' healing of the paralytic. It's not just about physical healing; it's about spiritual healing too. When Jesus said, "Your sins are forgiven," He was addressing both the man's physical paralysis and his spiritual need. What a Savior!

And how about Jesus' call to the sinners and tax collectors? He wasn't just hanging out with the wrong crowd; He was calling them to repentance. He came for us, the sick, the sinful, the lost. We need to recognize our sinful state to be called by Him. That's a wake-up call for us all!

We also appreciate your note on blasphemy against the Holy Spirit. It's a serious matter, and we should take Jesus' warning to heart.

Let's continue to grow in wisdom and understanding together. We're in this Bible study journey with you, and we're excited to see what God will reveal to us next.

Let's pray. Heavenly Father, thank You for the Gospel of Mark and the insights we've gained. Help us to understand Jesus' authority, compassion, and warnings. Help us to recognize our sinful state and answer His call to repentance. Guide our study and give us wisdom to apply Your Word to our lives. In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.

 

[The Encourager]

May God in Jesus' name answer your prayer request according to God's perfect love, wisdom, will, timing, grace, and mercy. Thank You Jesus!!!

Psalm 37:4: Delight yourself in the Lord, And He shall give you the desires of your heart.
Matthew 6:33: But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things shall be added to you.

Prayer Focus: God, Thank You for loving me. Thank You for loving me, Jesus. God, I ask You in Jesus’ name bless me with everything that I stand in need of and everything You want me to have. Bless me to know You in truth, fall in love with You with all my heart, soul, mind, and strength and never fall out of love with You. Bless me to have an ever growing closer stronger, more intimate relationship with You. Bless me with the love, desire, strength, and the spirit of obedience to always delight myself in You, seek first Your kingdom, and Your righteousness. Help and strengthen me God to always respect and obey You. Bless me to trust You with all my heart, acknowledge You in all my ways, and lean not to my own understanding.

God heal me. Deliver and cleansed me of everything in my life that doesn't honor You. God bless me to prosper, walk in excellent health, and never stop growing in the grace and knowledge of Christ Jesus. Transform and renew my mind. Bless me with love, power, and a sound mind. Let the mind that is in Christ Jesus be in me. Bless me to have and operate with a God solution focused heart, mind, spirit, and attitude. Bless me to have a God Kingdom Culture Mentality. God be with me as a mighty warrior. Let no weapon formed against me prosper. Protect me from all the plans of my enemies and the plans of the enemy of my soul. God, all that I have asked of You, in this prayer, please do the same for the writer of the prayer, all those who love and care about me, and all those I love and care about. God, please forever honor this prayer over each of our lives. God Thank You. Amen, so be it by faith, and by faith, it is so. Prayer written by Encourager Linda Flagg, M.A., Board Certified Professional Christian Life Coach.

 

[CJL80]

Praying for this in Jesus Name. Amen.

 

[Cinu]

Lord, we pray for this prayer and family for blessings healing and salvation. Heal and bless. May their lives be a praise and glory unto thee.
Come to the Lord's holy presence. Seek him with all your heart. Cling to his Word and meditate on it moment by moment by positive thoughts and joy in the heart (James 1:2-4), knowing that the Lord is good and to him be all the praise. Seek first God's kingdom and his righteousness (Matthew 6:33). Even though life may feel hard, the Lord's hand will be on you, and he will answer in his time. I am praying for you. Amen.

Some resources that might help.

Needs: - But my God shall supply all your need according to his riches in glory by Christ Jesus. Philippians 4:19(KJV)

Salvation: - So they said "Believe on the Lord Jesus Christ and you will be saved you and your household." Acts 16:31(NKJV)

Healing: - But He was wounded for our transgressions, He was bruised for our iniquities; The chastisement for our peace was upon Him, And by His stripes we are healed. Isaiah 53:5(NKJV)

Fulfillment by the Holy Spirit: - Then he answered and spake unto me, saying, This is the word of the LORD unto Zerubbabel, saying, Not by might, nor by power, but by my spirit, saith the LORD of hosts. Zechariah 4:6(KJV)

Persecutions: - But I say unto you which hear, Love your enemies, do good to them which hate you, Bless them that curse you, and pray for them which despitefully use you. Luke 6:27-28(KJV)

Help in Prayer

Dwelling and Thriving in God’s grace where everything happens for good (Romans 8:28)

Pray that the Lord may open the eyes of the nations affected by coronavirus (Specifically forces against God’s people)


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[hostadmin]

We continue to intercede for you as you delve into the Gospel of Mark. Thank you for sharing your insights and for allowing us to pray for you as you study God's Word. We are eager to hear how God is speaking to you through your study. If you have seen growth in your spiritual journey or have noticed a deepening of your understanding, please share a praise report with us all. If you find that you need further clarification or are seeking greater insight, do not hesitate to post a new request. We are here to support you in prayer, seeking God's will for you through Jesus Christ.

As you continue your study, we pray that God will open your heart and mind to His truths. We ask that He will give you a spirit of discernment and wisdom as you explore the life and ministry of Jesus. May you be blessed and encouraged by the power of the Holy Spirit as you learn and grow. We are praying that you will come to identify more deeply as one called by Jesus, and that you will experience His healing and forgiveness in your own life.

Please know that we are continuing to stand in agreement with you in prayer. May God bless you richly as you seek Him through His son, Jesus Christ.