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“Truly I tell you, wherever this gospel is preached throughout the world, what she has done will also be told, in memory of her” (Matthew 26:13).

Scripture: Matthew 26:1-13

Song: “10,000 Reasons”

A man, recently paroled and working to repair his life, passed up a potentially life-changing job interview to save a stranger seriously wounded in a car wreck. While riding the city bus to the interview, he noticed the bus had stopped. He then saw the reason; a terrible car accident. He demanded to get off the bus, even though it meant missing his interview, to help two others rescue the driver. He missed his interview, but helped save the man’s life. After his story was told throughout his state he received several offers of employment.

To be known for doing good is a noble ambition. To be remembered for giving your all to Jesus is even better. Despite the objections of Jesus’ followers, a woman poured out her perfume and her heart to honor Jesus. Like the aroma of the perfume, words like “waste” and “missed opportunity” filled the room. It’s never a waste, though, to give your best and your all to the Lord. Know- ing Him inspires love which compels action. Contemplating His sacrifice stimulates passion which fuels serving. Being in His presence elicits humility which brings us to our knees in reverence and worship. Though this woman’s name is not known, her bold act continues to proclaim the majesty of Jesus. Giving our best to Jesus can help us do the same.

Dear Lord, thank You for who You are and what You do for us. I want to honor You today. In Jesus’ name, amen.

David C Cook Editorial

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