Mary's Memorial

Summary

The sermon explores the significance of Mary's act of anointing Jesus with costly perfume as a memorial of His impending death and resurrection, emphasizing the reality and centrality of the resurrection in Christian faith. It contrasts the attitudes of Mary, Martha, and Judas, highlighting the importance of sincere devotion and the indwelling of the Holy Spirit as assurance of resurrection for believers. The preacher encourages believers to honor Jesus through sacrificial giving and baptism as a symbol of faith in His death and resurrection. Ultimately, the resurrection is presented as the cornerstone of the gospel and the hope for eternal life.