This week we’re going to focus generally on observation, interpretation and application. In short, observation answers the question: what do I see? Interpretation answers the question: what does it mean? Application answers the question: what does it mean for me? (not to me)
Also, I have another post with Helps, in case you get stuck. Here’s the link: Helps
Monday, May 21
Scripture: Mark 1:1-8
Scripture Reading Skill: Observation
Questions to answer:
- Who are the people involved?
- Where are they?
- What are they doing?
Tuesday, May 22
Scripture: Mark 1:9-11
Scripture Reading Skill: Observation and Interpretation
Questions to answer:
- Who are the people involved?
- Where are they?
- What are they doing?
- What is the significance of the Jesus being baptized, the Spirit descending and the Father speaking?
Wednesday, May 23
Scripture: Mark 1:9-11
Scripture Reading Skill: Application
Questions to answer. Try to figure these out before looking at answers I have provided. Pray and ask God to give you discernment.
- Why are people baptized?
- Why was Jesus baptized?
- What does it mean for me that Jesus was baptized?
- Why was God the Father so pleased with Jesus for being baptized?
- How does this change how you think about your own baptism?
Thursday, May 24
Scripture: Mark 1:12-13
Scripture Reading Skill: Observation and Interpretation
Questions to answer.
- Who are the people involved?
- Where are they?
- What are they doing?
- What word(s) stand out to you?
Friday, May 25
Scripture: Mark 1:12-13
Scripture Reading Skill: Application
Questions to answer.
- How does the fact that Jesus was tempted impact your thinking about your own temptations?
- What do you make of the Spirit driving Jesus into the wilderness?
- Why do you think Mark (and the other Gospels) include this event in Jesus’ life.
- What temptations do you need to give to God today?
- How does God minister to you in your temptations?
Enough for Today 