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Mark the author sections the chapter into sections and into topics, in which he recounts a moment between Jesus and the woman with the Alabaster Box...
Mark 14
CHAPTER OUTLINE
OVERVIEW
The Alabaster Box
the most expensive perfume in an Alabaster Box
A familier STORY to many of US
Jesus is hanging out as a guest at Simon (the Leper) house and a woman comes to celebrate and honor Jesus.
Woman by the name of Mary Magdalene ( Lazarus Sister) known to be a sinner poured out extensive perfume on Jesus Feet.
kneeling down to wash Jesus feet, and dry them with her hair.
Not only that, annoining Jesus with the most expensive perfume known to humankind
a year worth of wages perfume to celebrate JESUS.
If you were the one standing in the ROOM, what would your thoughts be?
Would you be critical of what she did, or would you rejoice with her and Jesus at what she had done?
“the woman annointing Jesus, understood the assignment“ – Gospel of Mark 14
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Disciples of Jesus experienced this moment and so did other folks. Some began to express that this was a waste of money, and the bottle should have been sold for profit and the money given to the poor.
What she did rubbed some people the wrong way. It was expensive perfume; she could have given it away to the poor.
But what she was doing, only Jesus understood.
Act of devotion and preparation for his burial.
“Some of those present were saying indignantly to one another, “Why this waste of perfume? It could have been sold for more than a year’s wages and the money given to the poor.” And they rebuked her harshly.“ (verses 4-5)
Jesus understood her mission, he understood her assignment. The others did not. They only saw outside of it, Jesus saw beyond that.
She anointed his body for burial.
She illustrated deep repentance and bold faith by pouring costly perfume on Jesus’ feet. Her actions, which included washing his feet with her tears and hair, demonstrated supreme worship, gratitude for forgiveness, and an act of service to the Messiah.
What was the significance of that moment?
1. Consecration. Sometimes we criticize what we don’t understand, and as a result we fall into sin. We must seek God for Direction not leaning unto our own understanding but submitting to God for Direction.
DONT TRUST YOUR FEELINGS AND EMOTIONS ALLOW GOD TO LEAD YOU AND GUIDE YOUR PATH. Proverbs 3:5
2. Worship & Devotion. Her actions, which included washing his feet with her tears and hair, demonstrated supreme worship, gratitude for forgiveness, and an act of service to the Messiah.
3. Humility. She didn’t care to notice what anyone said, or anyone thought; she was on the assignement, to annoint Jesus regardless of people’s opinions. She humbled herself, and those who humble themselves in the presence of Jesus, will be exalted. Matthew 23:12
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Betrayal
“ONE of the Twelve betrayed Jesus“ – Gospel of Mark 14
Preparation of Last Supper
Last Meal eaten together with his disciples.
called the Last Supper
Assignment #1: A man carrying a jar of water, for disciples to follow him, and ask him about the meeting.
Assignment #2 The man carrying the jar of water to obey the command and let disciples use the room.
I don’t know if it was the same disciples who went on another mission, but what I know is that obedience was required on BOTH of their part.
Mark 11:2-3 Palm Sunday where disciples had another assignment to complete and obey.
Both of the parties HAD to follow suit for this SUPPER meeting to happen and the gathering to take place.
Judas – ONE of the disciples who would soon betray Jesus ate at the TABLE too. Jesus knew his betrayer and he still let him sit at the TABLE.
The Day of the Betrayal
While they were eating Jesus broke the News!
One of you will betray me. Psalm 41:9
Mark 14:20 AMP
“And He replied, “It is one of the twelve [disciples], one who is dipping bread in the bowl with Me. ” Mark 14:21-22 AMP
” For the Son of Man goes [to the cross] just as it is written [in Scripture] of Him; but woe to that man by whom the Son of Man is betrayed! It would have been good for that man if he had not been born.” While they were eating, Jesus took bread and blessed it [giving thanks and praise], and He broke it, and gave it to them and said, “Take it. This is My body.” (Matt 26:26-29); (Luke 22:17-20); (1 Cor 11:23-25)
Key Points
1. Jesus fed his enemy. Jesus knew who his betrayer was, and he still let him sit and the table with him, and even eat with him. Luke 6:35
2. He was obedient to the point of death and the cross. Jesus did not focus on his feelings, but instead he focused on the mission at hand, his purpose. John 3:16
Communion
Mark 14:22-26 AMP
” While they were eating, Jesus took bread and blessed it [giving thanks and praise], and He broke it, and gave it to them and said, “Take it. This is My body.” (Matt 26:26-29); (Luke 22:17-20); (1 Cor 11:23-25)
” And when He had taken a cup [of wine] and given thanks, He gave it to them, and they all drank from it.(Ex 24:8)
And He said to them, “This is My blood of the [new] covenant, [My blood] which is being poured out for many [for the forgiveness of sins].
The bread represents Christ’s broken body, while the wine/juice represents his shed blood for the forgiveness of sins.
Purpose: It acts as a memorial of Christ’s death, a celebration of his resurrection, and a hope for his return.
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Journaling & Reflection
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Pray and Apply
What would it look like for you to worship Jesus with unfiltered passion? In this season of your life, how can you extravagantly worship Jesus? What cost are you willing to give in your devotion to Jesus? Spend a few minutes reflecting and allowing the Spirit of God to stir within you a greater passion and adoration for Jesus. Conclude your moment of reflection by worshipping Jesus in response to all He has done for you and all that He is.
Your Story is important to someone else. The details of your testimony are life to someone else. I couldn’t have spoken into strangers life, if I myself did not go through the battles. I can only speak because I know the pain, the hurt, and confusion. I pray God comforts us, and gives us the grace to tell our story, no matter how small the details are.
Let’s not hesitate to share our testimonies and help each other walk through the valleys, and reach our destinations together. With a sense of fulfillment, and helping others get there can be a rewarding and satisfying experience, because when we lift each other up, we don’t just reach our destinations, we thrive in them.
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