Discipleship Questions:

1. How do you respond when your plans are interrupted by the needs of others? What does your response reveal about your priorities and commitments?

2. The disciples assessed their situation in light of their own resources. In what situations are you most prone to trust in your own ability and neglect the power and provision of God?

3. In compassion, Jesus taught the crowd many things. How does Jesus’ response challenge your notion of compassion? In what sense can teaching be an act of compassion?

4. Why do you think Jesus provided enough food to fill 12 extra baskets? What was he trying to teach his disciples? What are the implications for you?