March 14, 2010

Costly Love and Loveless Critics

What would it be like to lavish your love on Jesus without concern with what others might be thinking? Why might such a passionate outpouring challenge our notions of appropriate behavior in worship? How might others react to such a display? Learn how Jesus and his followers react differently to a woman's act of selfless worship. (Mark 14:1-11)

A Woman's Place

Each Gospel records an account of Jesus being anointed by a woman. There were all kinds of reasons why a woman in ancient times should have avoided such an action. Yet, Jesus had a way of challenging the most cherished social conventions. What were some of these conventions Jesus flouted as He ministered to others--especially women--in their need? Find out in this week's Illustrated Bible Life article, "A Woman's Place."