The Ministry of Jesus: Part 2 of 2

Preview: A Biblical look at Christ’s work on earth. This is the second lesson in a two-part series on this subject.


Pre-reading: John 3:14-36.

Scripture Reading: Mark 2:1-13.

Memory Verse: Luke 5:21.

1. Do we find in the forgoing Scriptures that in addition to Jesus’ ability to preach the Gospel and heal the sick He could also forgive sin? Discuss.
2. How did the Pharisees react when Jesus chose a tax collector to be a disciple? Mark 2:14-16, Matthew 9:9-11.
3. How did Jesus reply to their criticism? Matthew 9:12-13, Mark 2:17.
4. Why was Jesus accused of being a Sabbath breaker? Mark 2:23-24, Mark 3:1-2.
5. How did Jesus answer their accusations? Mark 3:3-5, Mark 2:25-28.
Note: Let us remember to keep the Sabbath holy, but let us keep in mind that the Sabbath was made to serve the needs of man, not to penalize him. Would you have accused Jesus of breaking the fourth Commandment if you had been there?
6. What was Isaiah’s message concerning the ministry of Jesus? Isaiah 61:1-3.
7. How did Jesus confirm His fulfillment of this prophecy? Luke 4:14-21.
8. Who did Isaiah also prophecy that the Gospel would go to? Isaiah 42:1-8.
Note: Jesus came in the likeness of human flesh in order to save man from the bondage of sin. Through Him there is salvation for all who will accept Him by faith.
9. How did John the Baptist describe the ministry of Jesus? Matthew 3:1-3, Matthew 3:11-15.
10. How did Jesus describe His own ministry? John 9:39, John 10:10.

Other Lessons* in this series:

The Ministry of Jesus: Part 1 of 2
The Ministry of Jesus: Part 2 of 2

*Lessons in a series may not necessarily be in the same category.