The Step Every Follower Must Take

What’s the most incredible (or incredibly funny) piece of art you’ve ever created or witnessed?

What stood out to you most from the message?

Would you describe yourself as a circle or a line person (or a grace or a truth person)? Why?

What kinds of lines or circles do you draw in your own life? How do they affect your relationships with the people around you?

Read Mark 1:15. Which is more difficult for you - crossing the line of repentance, or stepping into the circle of belief? What makes it hard?

When you hear Jesus’ message, the line he draws and the circle he offers, how do you receive it?

How do the lines and circles you’ve encountered (or created) in your life compare to the ones Jesus creates?

What’s one step you can take this week to either cross the line of repentance or embrace belief? Share it with the group.

Let’s end with prayer. You can say something like, “Jesus, thank you for telling us the truth. Thank you for the good news you’ve invited us to believe. Build up our faith and help us fully embrace all aspects of you and your message. Amen.”