Have Faith In God

Mark 11:12-25

Key Verse 11:22 “‘Have faith in God,’ Jesus answered.”

1. Why did Jesus drive out those who were buying and selling in the temple area? (15-17) In what way was the fig tree that Jesus cursed like the temple and the religious leaders? (12-14)

2. Why was Peter amazed when he saw the fig tree withered from the roots? (20-21)

3. Why did Jesus say, “Have faith in God,” in response to Peter’s surprise about the withered fig tree? (22) What is the difference between having faith in God and having faith in general?

4. What does it mean to have faith in God according to Jesus’ illustration in verse 23? How is faith expressed in prayer? (24; cf. 9:29)

5. Why is forgiveness essential in prayer? (25; cf. Matthew 6:15, 1 Peter 3:7, Isaiah 59:2)