Monday, March 8, 2010
John 12:1-11
John gives many more details to this story than the other gospels. John tells us that they are at Lazarus' house. The woman is named, it is Jesus' friend Mary. We are told that Judas is upset by the extravagance of the act because he is a thief. A large crowd gathered outside to see Jesus and Lazarus, whom Jesus had raised from the dead. Whether the details are part of the story or not, Jesus is headed towards his death. I can't help but think that he must have found a moment of comfort as Mary put the ointment on him. Maybe for that moment he could forgot about the cross that laid before him.
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Any time I think about Jesus knowingly going on the cross, I am amazed. He knew that He was to be crucified, that He was going to die a painful death, yet He did it anyways. I read Luke 12 before I read this passage. In Luke Jesus tells us to not be afraid of those who kill man, but to fear the One who has the authority to cast us into hell. Jesus knows all that He is going to face, yet He continues to move forward and fulfill prophecy after prophecy. I'm sure He found much comfort as Mary anointed Him, it must have been a moment of calm, signifying her great faith in God.
ReplyDeleteKen, the 10 + 10 readings have not been updated on the weekly newsletter. Look forward to seeing you Sunday. Jim
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