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It’s very nearly the singular thing told of that Wednesday, and it’s the singular thing Jesus himself said would always be told “wherever [the] gospel is preached in the whole world.” (Mark 14:9 – NKJV) Surely the story deserves to be considered on its own. I am, however, curious to stand it alongside the story from yesterday of the poor widow in the temple. Can you see something true about God that is specifically and powerfully resonant between the stories of the two lavish gifts on back-to-back days in this week of unique beauty and consequence in Jesus’ earthly life? It is true both gifts were exquisite expressions of hearts given over and poured out completely in love for God, but I believe both stories say something true of God.

P.S.  As this week reaches its arc and things begin to hasten toward its finish and completion, I’ve experienced the first real and strong tempt to blatantly share or tip toe right up to something I’ve seen. I was, however, grateful for the gentle hush that quickly followed. His whispers to my ardent heart of the goodness in withholding and allowing Him to speak as He will.