Beautiful (Mark 14:1-11)

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Beautiful
Mark 14:1-11

I. Intro
Big Idea: The only thing that counts is faith expressing itself in love. Galatians 5:6

II. Scheming
A. People love darkness. Mark 14:1; John 3:19
B. The religious leaders feared people. Mark 14:2; Romans 1:24

III. Expensive
A. Mary knew Jesus’ true worth. Mark 14:3; John 12:3
B. Darkness hates genuine faith. Mark 14:4-5; John 12:4-6; 15:8

IV. Prepare
A. Jesus exalts the humble. Matthew 23:12; Mark 14:6-7; Colossians 1:13
B. Mary exalted Jesus as King. Mark 14:8-9

V. Opportunity
A. Jesus knows and judges our intentions. Psalm 44: Mark 14:10
B. Jesus paid for our betrayal. Mark 14:11

The Next Step

• Right now, who do you identify most with in this passage? Why?
  
• What’s something that goes through your mind when you see people taking great steps of faith?
  
• How do you think Mary felt when the disciples rebuked her for her devotion?
  
• How do you think Mary felt when Jesus praised her for her act of faith?
  
• What’s a specific way you can respond to what God has revealed to you through Mark 14:1-11?