Scripture
Mark 1:14–20
A clear, simple moment of invitation, decision, and trust.
Opening Worship (music)
- Be Thou My Vision (Audrey Assad)
Be Thou My Vision (Traditional Version)
or - Come, Now Is the Time to Worship
Opening Prayer
God of invitation,
you call us to walk with Jesus,
to begin again,
to turn toward life and hope.
Open our hearts to your voice,
our minds to your wisdom,
and our feet to your path.
Amen.
Questions About the Text
- What do you notice about the way Jesus calls the disciples?
- What do the disciples leave behind, and what might that tell us about the cost of following?
- How quickly do they respond — and what strikes you about that?
- What does Jesus actually promise them? What does he not promise?
- How does this passage portray Jesus’ authority?
Reflection Questions
- What does “following Jesus” look like in your life right now?
- What helps you respond to God’s invitation, and what holds you back?
- How might a generosity of spirit shape the way we walk with Jesus this Lent?
- What do you sense Jesus inviting you to begin, change, or release?
Prayer Time
Prayers are invited about one thing you want to bring with you on this journey, and one thing you want to leave behind.
Closing Music
- Take My Life and Let It Be (contemporary version)
Take My Life and Let It Be (traditional version)
or - The Summons (quiet version)