Word@Work 165 - Mark 14:6-9
Published: Mon, 07/14/08
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Read Mark 14:6-9 "Leave her alone," said Jesus. "Why are you bothering her? She has done a beautiful thing to me. The poor you will always have with you, and you can help them any time you want. But you will not always have me. She did what she could. She poured perfume on my body beforehand to prepare for my burial. I tell you the truth, wherever the gospel is preached throughout the world, what she has done will also be told, in memory of her." (NIV)
When Mary was being harassed by jealous religious materialists, it was Jesus who had the last word! What a relief it must have been to her. His explanation also provided her with a previously unknown reason for the spontaneous outpouring of love. Jesus described the action as beautiful and very timely. Never again would she be able to express her adoration in this way. As Jesus explained, her action had anticipated His burial, and was warmly received that night.
Although there are no prizes from the world if you love Jesus; He does give His reward. Here, He also promises that Gospel proclamation needs to include this story of faith and love and hope. It also tells of the importance in seizing the moment in telling out how great our love is. If that is important in human relationships, how much more with Jesus! Acts of devotion involve all of us, our thought, words and deeds. The apparently unnecessary acts of service or gifts may well be the opportunity of a lifetime to serve Jesus in a special and timely way.
Biographies of devoted Christians are always inspirational (some are written for children and inspire the next generation too), and this story is one of them. It should encourage us never to delay our gift of service to Jesus, and never be deterred by what the sceptics say about us. Perhaps you have been prompted to express your love for Jesus in a particular way - if so, don't delay!
Prayer: Lord Jesus. I do love You. Please enable me to express my devotion to You in ways that will demonstrate the Gospel for Your glory's sake. Amen.
You can read more of this Bible passage online - in English and other languages - share the Bible with your friends!
When Mary was being harassed by jealous religious materialists, it was Jesus who had the last word! What a relief it must have been to her. His explanation also provided her with a previously unknown reason for the spontaneous outpouring of love. Jesus described the action as beautiful and very timely. Never again would she be able to express her adoration in this way. As Jesus explained, her action had anticipated His burial, and was warmly received that night.
Although there are no prizes from the world if you love Jesus; He does give His reward. Here, He also promises that Gospel proclamation needs to include this story of faith and love and hope. It also tells of the importance in seizing the moment in telling out how great our love is. If that is important in human relationships, how much more with Jesus! Acts of devotion involve all of us, our thought, words and deeds. The apparently unnecessary acts of service or gifts may well be the opportunity of a lifetime to serve Jesus in a special and timely way.
Biographies of devoted Christians are always inspirational (some are written for children and inspire the next generation too), and this story is one of them. It should encourage us never to delay our gift of service to Jesus, and never be deterred by what the sceptics say about us. Perhaps you have been prompted to express your love for Jesus in a particular way - if so, don't delay!
Prayer: Lord Jesus. I do love You. Please enable me to express my devotion to You in ways that will demonstrate the Gospel for Your glory's sake. Amen.
You can read more of this Bible passage online - in English and other languages - share the Bible with your friends!
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