Bible In A Year | Read: Matthew 26
6 While Jesus was in Bethany in the home of Simon the Leper, 7 a woman came to him with an alabaster jar of very expensive perfume, which she poured on his head as he was reclining at the table. 8 When the disciples saw this, they were indignant. “Why this waste?” they asked. 9 “This perfume could have been sold at a high price and the money given to the poor.” 10 Aware of this, Jesus said to them, “Why are you bothering this woman? She has done a beautiful thing to me. 11 The poor you will always have with you, but you will not always have me. 12 When she poured this perfume on my body, she did it to prepare me for burial. 13 Truly I tell you, wherever this gospel is preached throughout the world, what she has done will also be told, in memory of her.” Matthew 26:6-13
Overview of Chapter
Today we read of the final events before Jesus’ death. None of this takes him by surprise; it is all part of God’s plan. The religious leaders continue their rejection, and Jesus’ closest followers distance themselves from him. Jesus is about to demonstrate his great love for everyone, but he does it alone, rejected or avoided by even his closest followers.
The story of the entire Bible is humanity’s rejection of God and God’s continual love for humanity. That theme is no better illustrated than in the death of Jesus and the events surrounding it. Each time we do something that is contrary to God’s desire, we demonstrate our rejection of him and Christ’s death covers it.
Thoughts on the verses
How much do you love Jesus?
What would you give to show your love to Him?
Mary did not understand why she should do this – she did it because God prompted her to do it. Everyone thought she was crazy to waste this costly gift like this – everyone except Jesus. Jesus knew that it was the precious spice put on the bodies of those who died, and He was coming up to that time. So He honored Mary for listening to God and offering this amazing gift.
These kinds of gifts make no sense to other people. When God asks us to give to others in ways that seem foolish, be sure it is from God and then trust Him. We likely have no idea why it is important. That is okay. God will explain it at the right time. Understand this: it is a special person that God entrusts with this kind of task. God will honor it properly.
Prayer
Father, sometimes You have asked us to do foolish things like giving to people that others refuse to help. It seems like a total waste, but You know. It is a special privilege to be given this honor though. You trust us to listen without knowing why. So give me ears to hear from You again today and if I am blessed to bless someone else – give me joy in doing that as well. In Jesus’ name, Amen.
Action Step
What is God showing me? What am I going to do about it?
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