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April 30 | You Are Invited
God invites all of creation to worship him. How extravagant should that worship be? . . .
Articles for tag: Anointing at Bethany
April 24, 2023
April 30 | Discovery
Questions for group discussion for use with this week’s lesson titled “You Are Invited” (Mark 14:1-9).
February 13, 2018
At a Friend’s Table
By Ronald G. Davis Few experiences are as pleasant and satisfying as sitting at a friend’s table for a simple meal. Jesus had that experience on a number of occasions. At the home of Lazarus, Mary, and Martha, as recorded in John 12, it appeared to be especially delightful for him. That meal was, in a certain sense, a funeral luncheon prepared by a congregation for a dearly beloved member of the family. (Read John 12:1-3.) Only, on that occasion, the “dearly beloved” was still alive and present. Though the food prepared by Martha was no doubt delicious and nutritious,
October 29, 2006
I’m Uncomfortable Breaking the Jar
By Mike Chapman You”ve heard the rumblings, “Men hate going to church.” David Murrow even wrote a book about it to try and explain why. The cover of Biola University”s Connections periodical not long ago boldly announced, “The Feminization of the Church.” Inside the author attempted to show why the church”s “music, messages, and ministries are driving men away.” I remember these claims when I read about one of the first people to worship Jesus. She was a woman. We meet her in Mark 14. Jesus is reclining at a table in Simon of Bethany”s house, most likely with his
