8: Early Galilean Ministry (2) (Lk 5:1-26)
I.
The Basics
A.
Setting
In the previous lesson, we studied
the Lord’s ministry to the multitudes of Galilee
in general. In this passage, the Gospel focuses on the Lord’s interactions with
individuals and the results of His deeds. Through each of the three miracles,
Jesus displayed His compassion for the people as well as His divine authority.
B.
Key Verse
“‘But that you may know that the Son of Man has
power on earth to forgive sins’ --He said to the man who was paralyzed, ‘I say
to you, arise, take up your bed, and go to your house’” (5:24).
C.
Did You Know…?
1.
Lake of Gennesaret (5:1): Sea of Galilee.
2.
Pharisees (5:17): The Pharisees…were a
legalistic and separatistic group who strictly, but often hypocritically, kept
the law of Moses and the unwritten “tradition of the elders” (15:2). 5/1445
They were held in high regard by the people.
3.
Teachers of the law (5:17): The Jewish scholars
of the day, professionally trained in the development, teaching and application
of OT law. Their authority was strictly human and traditional.5/1442
II.
Observation
A.
Outline
(5:1-11)
(5:12-16)
(5:17-26)
B.
Key Words/Phrases
III.
Segment Analysis
A.
5:1-11
1. What factors led to the
bountiful catch of fish?
2. How are Peter’s words in verse
5 significant?
3a. Explain Peter’s reaction in
verse 8.
3b. How was this a turning point
for Peter?
3c. Have you ever felt the same
as Peter did in the Lord’s presence? Recall the experience and how it changed
you.
4. What does it mean to catch
men?
5a. What did the disciples do
when they followed Jesus? Why is this important?
6a. The story teaches us about the making of a
disciple. Record the entire process that transformed the disciples into
followers of Christ?
6b. How are you following the
Lord Jesus today? What areas can you improve on so you can become a better
disciple?
B.
5:12-16
7a. Observe the man’s actions and
words. What do they tell us about him?
7b. What can we learn from the
words, “if You are willing” when we come to the Lord with our requests?
8a. How did Jesus heal the man?
Why is this remarkable?
8b. What can we learn here from
the Lord Jesus?
9. Why did Jesus charge the man
to tell no one about the healing? (cf. Mk 1:45)
10. What was the purpose of
Jesus’ instructions in 14?
11a. Compare and contrast 15 and
16. Why did Jesus not grasp the opportunity to preach to and heal the
multitudes?
11b. What is the role of prayer
in your life and ministry?
C.
5:17-26
12. What can we learn from the
men who brought the paralyzed man to Jesus?
13. What can we learn from the
statement, “He saw their faith” (20)?
14. What divine power did Jesus
demonstrate in 22?
15. Why did Jesus forgive the
man’s sin instead of simply healing him right away?
16a. What is the point of Jesus’
question in 23?
16b. How does the healing show that Jesus had power
to forgive sins?
