Daily Readings (Page 144)

What did John say of himself when he compared himself to Jesus?  

How did the baptism of repentance prepare the way for Jesus?

What Old Testament prophecy did John the Baptist fulfil? (See Isaiah 40:3; Malachi 3:1)

Why is it important that the Gospel began with prophecy?

Mark says in this passage that this is the beginning of the Good News (Gospel). Why do you think he puts this, rather than Jesus’ birth, right at the start of his writing?  

Which is more important in the church: Standing on the truth of God’s word, or being unified as brothers and sisters who serve the one true God and Father of us all?  

When the church is divided, what message does that send to the world? What is the number-one reason most people give for not attending church?  

How will you describe the glory that Jesus spoke of?

What is the purpose of Christian unity?

What was Jesus praying for them?