Message Notes: Q: When have you received an extra-special invitation, maybe for a wedding, a special dinner, party, or other occasion? What was so exciting about it? Read Mark 1:40-45. Consider these special invitations. We’re invited to exercise real faith in Jesus. We’re invited to increase our compassion. We’re invited to risk with our reach. We’re invited to the kingdom discomfort zone. We’re invited to fully trust Jesus, Son of God, and his sacrifice for us! Q: Which of these invitations most stirs, challenges, disturbs, convicts, or encourages you? Why? Q: What will you do about that invitation? Are you available and ready to say yes? Explain. Get Ready for Next Week: Read each day from John 8:1-11.