“Then Jesus said to Thomas: “”Because you have seen me, you have believed; blessed are those who have not seen and yet believe.””” (John 20:29)
This week we continue the Easter resurrection theme and look at the part Thomas played.
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The Gift of Joy (John 1:1-14)
“I bring you good news that will cause great joy for all people. Today in the town of David, a Saviour has been born to you.” (Luke 2:10-11)
Jesus’ Anointing (John 12:1-8)
“Worthy is the Lamb, who was slain, to receive power and wealth and wisdom and strength and honour and glory and praise!” (Revelation 5:12)
This week, we are looking at the story of Jesus being anointed at Bethany (John 12:1-8). As Jesus reclines at a dinner held in honour of him, Mary anoints him with perfume worth the equivalent of a labourer’s annual salary. This is an extravagent and incredibly expensive act of devotion. For Mary, devotion to Jesus is what matters most. But what do we spend our money on? Do we spend money on our personal needs? Do we support the ministry of the church to promote worship of Christ? Or do we give to charities that care for the poor? For Christians all these things are important, all should feature in our budgeting. We need to pray for wisdom on what proportion of our wealth we give to each.
Jesus’ Mother (John 19:25-27)
“When Jesus therefore saw His mother, and the disciple whom He loved standing by, He said to His mother, “Woman, behold your son!” Then He said to the disciple, “Behold your mother!” And from that hour that disciple took her to his own home.” (John 19:26-27)
The communities we surround ourselves with can be places where we can mother others and be mothered through being nurtured, cared for, guided and prayed for all through God’s love whoever we are and whatever our family roles. Let’s be praying that we can deeply understand God’s love for us today as we share that love with others.
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