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Focus · Luke 10:39–42; John 12:1–8
Mary listened to Jesus and later anointed His feet.
A summary of the passage, not a Bible quotation.01 · In its setting
What was happening?
In Luke, Mary sits at Jesus’ feet while Martha serves. In John, she pours costly perfume at a meal shortly before Jesus’ death.
02 · Read carefully
What does the text show?
These are acts of attention and devotion. John records Jesus relating her costly gift to His burial, so the scene carries meaning beyond a general lesson about generosity.
03 · Bring it into life
Consider your response
Make room to listen to Christ before deciding what faithful service requires.
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Reflect together
- What is Mary doing in each scene?
- How does Jesus interpret her gift in John?
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