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(Adult Student Pew-work)

Mark 11:1-11
Psalm 118:1-2, 19-29

How does Jesus’ tempered use of power (humility) inform the life of the church today?

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Name some times when our will seems to override God’s will?

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How does the resurrection symbolize hope for those times we put aside personal gain in service to the welfare of others?

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When does our sense of leadership seem to be at odds with God’s call to service?

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Are leadership and service inherently different matters?

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How does Jesus’ exercise of “servant leadership” affect the choices we make?

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