A fortune given away
Bethany is not far from Jerusalem. It is a place Jesus often visited, where he stayed overnight several times. Bethany, a place of service and instruction Luke 10:38-42 A place of Lazarus' death and resurrection John 11:1-44 A place of fellowship and worship John 12:1-8 A place of blessing and exaltation Luke 24:50-51 Lazarus, Martha, and Mary lived here Simon's house also stood here Matthew 26:6 1. The Banquet Jesus was an honored guest in Bethany at the home of Simon, who had once been a leper. The guests were Jesus' disciples and Simon's friends. It was an evening of fellowship, a time of dialogue and joy. 2. The Anointing of the Lord During the meal, a woman suddenly entered. In her hands, she held a small bottle of precious nard oil. Mary loved the Lord Jesus. She brought her most precious possession. She opened the bottle and anointed Jesus' head with the oil. Why did Mary do this? Mary took the right attitude toward the Lord Jesus. Love is connected with...