March
9, 2017
DAY SIXTEEN
How Much Is Too Much?
“She broke the jar and poured
the perfume on His head.” Mark
14:3b
The story of the Bethany anointing is one of the few
stories of Jesus’ life that is contained in all four of the gospels. So impressive was this event that it was
indelibly written upon the disciples’ hearts so that they never, ever forgot
this act of devotion. Mark uses it as a
prelude to the passion events. It
contrasts the hatred and rejection that Jesus was receiving at the hands of the
rulers and the people. This act of
worship and devotion stood out as an act of love that the Lord deserved from
all, but was only given by a few.
May this deed be received as a call to worship for us
today. May this deed make us ask
ourselves the question, “How much is too much?”
This woman’s act set a standard of sacrifice, which none can better, but
all can match. That alabaster bottle was
very valuable. It was worth a year’s
wages. Plus, it was to be saved for the
most important occasion of one’s life.
What is the most extravagant thing you have done for the Lord? What can we learn from this Scripture?
- Real love is always extravagant.
- Extravagant love is always criticized.
- Jesus always comes to the defense of those who are criticized for being extravagant in their devotion towards Him.
Prayer Focus: Pray that the
people connected to our church will love Jesus so much that they will be
extravagant with their giving of their time, talents, and treasures.
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