As Jesus begins to prepare his disciples for his imminent arrest, trial, and execution, a woman anoints Jesus with expensive perfume as an act of extravagant love and devotion. The disciples criticize her for “wasting” it. Jesus defends her, revealing that her act points toward his burial and will be remembered wherever the gospel is preached. Meanwhile, Judas responds in completely opposite fashion — rather than devotion, he elevates himself over Jesus; rather than sacrifice, he chooses personal gain. The contrast invites us to see the choice we face each day.

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