Mark Chapters 2 & 3 (Questions and Study Order) Mark 2:1-12 Matthew 9:2-8 What details does Mark supply concerning how the paralytic came into the presence of Jesus? What characteristic of the paralytic and the men who brought him did Jesus note? What did Jesus first offer the paralytic? How did the scribes react? Did Jesus perceive their thoughts? What question does Jesus ask them? Mark 2:13-14 Matthew 9:9 Who is called to discipleship here? Mark 2:15-22 Matthew 9:10-17 What two problems are encountered here? What does Jesus say about eating with tax collectors and sinners? Who brought the second question concerning fasting? How did Jesus respond? Mark 2:23-28 Matthew 12:1-8 What did the disciples do that upset the Pharisees? What Old Testament record does Jesus remind them of? What additional phrase does Matthew add? Note 1 Samuel 21:1-6 “6 So the priest gave him consecrated bread; for there was no bread there but the bread of the Presence which was removed from before the LORD, in order to put hot bread in its place when it was taken away.” 12 loaves each Sabbath would be consecrated to help the Israelites remember the sustaining power of God. The priests were the only ones allowed to eat of that bread but on this occasion David and his men were permitted. The Pharisees had accepted that because of David’s anointing it was permissible. What point is Jesus then making…calling himself the “Lord of the Sabbath?” Mark 3:1-6 Matthew 12:9-14 Note the two descriptions of how the conversation began concerning the man with a withered hand. What additional detail does Mark give concerning how Jesus felt at this scene? How did they react to the question Jesus asked? Mark 3:7-12 Matthew 4:23-25 What request did Jesus make concerning a boat? Why? What were unclean spirits saying? What was Jesus saying to them? Mark 3:13-19 Similar event in Matthew 10 What appointment occurs at this scene? How many? Can you name them without looking? Mark 3:20-30 Matthew 12:22-37 What does Mark record concerning the family of Jesus? What accusation is brought against Jesus concerning the casting out of demons? How does Jesus respond to this accusation? What is the eternal sin? Mark 3:31-35 Matthew 12:46-50 Who called for Jesus? How does one become part of the family of Jesus?