QUESTIONS FOR REFLECTION

1. Mark 8:34-35: He called the crowd with his disciples, and said to them, "If any want to become my followers, let them deny themselves and take up their cross and follow me. For those who want to save their life will lose it, and those who lose their life for my sake, and for the sake of the gospel, will save it." What is your reaction to his words?

2. Psalm 19:7-8: "The law of the LORD is perfect, reviving the soul; the decrees of the LORD are sure, making wise the simple; the precepts of the LORD are right, rejoicing the heart; the commandment of the LORD is clear, enlightening the eyes;" How does scripture, revive and enlighten you?

3. What does it mean for you to believe in Jesus?