The King Who Came to Die

God’s Story:
Because my Son knows what is ahead, his soul is troubled. In fact, he will soon be in such agony in Gethsemane that his souls will be overwhelmed with sorrow. But will Jesus ask me to save him from this hour? He will ask but he will accept it when I tell him, “No.” He knows that the reason he came to earth was to die. He wants my name to be glorified, no matter what the cost! My Son will be lifted up, first through his crucifixion and then through his resurrection and ascension to reign at my side — drawing all people to himself.

Read John 12:1-50

Your Story:
Mary didn’t fully realize who Jesus was, but she knew that no material expense was too great to expend on him. If you were called to meet the President of the United States, what would you say, what would you wear, how would you feel? Obviously, you would tell everyone you know about the experience. Do you realize that every day you are living in the presence of royalty because you are living before the King of kings? Are your actions appropriate for royalty? Does your speech give him honor & glory? Have you told others about him?