Mark 10:13-31
Key Verse: 10:15 – “Truly I tell you, whoever does not receive the kingdom of God as a little child will never enter it.”
 

1. Read verse 13.  What had Jesus and the Pharisees been talking about? (10:1-10)  Why did people want Jesus to touch and bless their children?  Why did the disciples rebuke the people?
 

2. Read verses 14-16.  What was the difference in Jesus’ view of the children and that of the disciples?  What does it mean to receive the kingdom of God like a child?  How did the children receive Jesus and how did he receive them?
 

3. Read verses 17-20.  What kind of man was the young man who ran up and knelt before Jesus?  What did Jesus teach him about God?  About mankind?
 

4. Read verses 21-22.  How did Jesus show his love for this young man?  Why did the young man refuse Jesus’ invitation?  Read verses 23-25.  Why is it so hard for a rich man to enter the kingdom of heaven?  How hard is it?
 

5. Read verses 26-27.  Why were the disciples more amazed?  How did Jesus answer their questions?  Why must we trust Jesus and have pure hearts?
 

6. Read verses 28-31.  What did Jesus promise Peter and all believers?  How does his promise strengthen us to have pure hearts and trust in Jesus?