Read John 12:1-11
- What key facts stand out to you in these 11 verses
- Read Matthew 26:6-13 and Mark 14:3-9. What additional facts do you learn from reading the other two accounts of this interaction between Mary and Jesus?
- How was Mary misunderstood and criticized for her sacrificial act? How are Christian’s today sometimes misunderstood or criticized when they are simply giving their best to the Lord?
- How did Jesus rebuke the criticisms aimed at Mary? What can we learn from that rebuke that we can apply today in our walk with Jesus?
Read John 12:12-19
- What did the large crowd do to honor Jesus as Jesus was coming to Jerusalem?
- What scripture did Jesus fulfill in his triumphal entry to Jerusalem?
- How does remembering the ways Jesus has fulfilled scripture serve as an encouragement to believers today?
- What testimony was driving the people to seek out Jesus?
- What testimony could be given to encourage people to seek out Jesus today?
Application:
- Like Mary, how can I bring joy to my Savior’s heart today in my worship, work and witness?
- Who will I share my testimony of Jesus with today and why?
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