Matthew 26

Jesus Anointed at Bethany 6(J) Now when Jesus was at(K) Bethany in the house of Simon the leper,[a] 7a woman came up to him with an alabaster flask of very expensive ointment, and she poured it on his head as he reclined at table. 8And when the disciples saw it, they were indignant, saying, "Why this waste? 9For this could have been sold for a large sum and(L) given to the poor." 10But(M) Jesus, aware of this, said to them, "Why do you trouble the woman? For she has done a beautiful thing to me. 11For(N) you always have the poor with you, but(O) you will not always have me. 12In pouring this ointment on my body, she has done it(P) to prepare me for burial. 13Truly, I say to you, wherever(Q) this gospel is proclaimed in the whole world, what she has done will also be told(R) in memory of her."

Commentary

Christ anointed at Bethany.

The pouring ointment upon the head of Christ was a token of the highest respect. Where there is true love in the heart to Jesus Christ, nothing will be thought too good to bestow upon him. The more Christ's servants and their services are cavilled at, the more he manifests his acceptance. This act of faith and love was so remarkable, that it would be reported, as a memorial of Mary's faith and love, to all future ages, and in all places where the gospel should be preached. This
prophecy is fulfilled. (Mt 26:14-16)


Indeed, Jesus deserves our very best and nothing can be too good to bestow upon him. I'm encouraged that God delights in our willingness to sacrifices and offer up the best unto Him. In fact, all things belongs to Him and it's really our attitude that makes a difference to Him. =)

Thanks bro