The Vine continues in our series TAKE HEART by considering a story from Mark 10:46-52. In this passage, we discover how our Savior can heal us from our blindness. 
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DISCUSSION QUESTIONS
1. Share a moment where you felt like you were aware of the presence of God. It could be through an interaction with a friend, a beautiful moment in nature, or a simple morning walk. What did it feel like? 
2. Read Mark 10:46-52? What do you notice happening in this passage? 
3. What stands out to you about the disciples telling Bartimaeus to “take heart?” 
4. When do you feel the most blind? What are things that take your awareness away from Christ? 
5. Share a moment that you looked up and your perspective changed. How did that feel? What happened afterwards? What changed? 
6. What has stayed with you from the sermon- either confusing, curious or encouraging?
7. What person or group of people do you want to illuminate who you feel like has been erased? 
8. Is there anything in this message that has helped you take heart? 

TAKE HEART: darkness

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