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Anointed at Bethany

John 12:1-8 3 min read · 4 min listen

A woman pours expensive perfume on Jesus. The disciples say it's wasteful. Jesus says she's preparing him for burial.

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The Setup

Alright, so here's the scene: We're in Bethany. It's this chill town not too far from Jerusalem. Jesus often hung out there because it was home to his friends, Lazarus, Martha, and Mary.

Lazarus, you might remember, is the guy Jesus raised from the dead. Talk about having an epic comeback story! And his sisters, Martha and Mary, are also part of Jesus' inner circle. They love hosting him and his crew whenever they're in town.

At this point, Jesus' fame is off the charts. People are buzzing about his miracles, like the whole raising-Lazarus-from-the-dead bit. But not everyone is a fan. The religious leaders are getting edgy, plotting how to deal with this revolutionary teacher.

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Key Takeaways

  • True worship often defies logic and cost; it's about the heart.
  • Sometimes, doing the right thing means breaking cultural norms.
  • Devotion to Jesus might look like "waste" to others.
  • Not everyone who criticizes is coming from a place of sincerity.
  • Be present with those you love; they won't always be around.

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What is the story of Anointed at Bethany in the Bible?

A woman pours expensive perfume on Jesus. The disciples say it's wasteful. Jesus says she's preparing him for burial. This story is found in John 12:1-8. Bible Tea retells it as an immersive audio experience with modern narration so you can listen anywhere.

What is John 12:1-8 about?

John 12:1-8 tells the story of Anointed at Bethany. A woman pours expensive perfume on Jesus. The disciples say it's wasteful. Jesus says she's preparing him for burial. You can listen to the full retelling with immersive narration on the Bible Tea app.

What is the lesson of Anointed at Bethany?

Key takeaways from Anointed at Bethany: True worship often defies logic and cost; it's about the heart.. Sometimes, doing the right thing means breaking cultural norms.. Devotion to Jesus might look like "waste" to others.. Listen to the full breakdown on Bible Tea.

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