Sunday Study Session — Weekly meeting time 10:15 in Room 301 at Owensboro Christian Church
Series Aim: to watch Jesus live the image of God in real time, and to let His life reshape ours so that His image is seen more clearly in us today. Sept 6, 2026 — Session 9 — Jesus Forgave Freely and Fully - Mark 9:30–10:31 Focus: The disciples arguing over greatness, the warning about causing others to stumble, Jesus welcoming the children, and the rich young man. Handout — Study Notes — Audio Essay READ: Mark 9:30–10:31 --- Audio NIV NOTE TO SELF Think of a time when you messed up—really messed up—and instead of being punished or shamed, someone offered you grace. They didn't pretend it didn't happen. They didn't minimize what you'd done. But they also didn't hold it against you forever. They gave you another chance. They believed you could do better. How did that feel? I'm guessing it changed something in you. It made you want to be better, not out of fear, but out of gratitude. You wanted to live up to the grace that had been extended to you. Now think ...