Be Careful What You Ask For

By: Mike Mazzalongo     Posted: November, 2025
Discussion Questions
  1. Why did James and John's request for places of honor reveal a misunderstanding about greatness in God's kingdom?
  2. Which example from the Old Testament or New Testament best illustrates the danger of asking for the wrong thing, and why?
  3. How can we apply the principle of 'Not my will, but Yours be done' in our daily prayers?
Sources
  • ChatGPT (OpenAI)
  • F. Bruce, The New Testament Documents: Are They Reliable?
  • J. I. Packer, Knowing God
  • Matthew Henry, Commentary on the Whole Bible
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