Matthew 25: 32-46 32…and he will separate the sheep from the goats.

Jesus explains the difference of those who are his; the sheep, and those who are not; the goats.

I am struck by many insights in these words. I am his sheep. What are the sheep like? What makes them different from the goats?
Kindness and Compassion for others.
even for the least – for those who can do nothing in return.

Make me like that in an increasing measure, Jesus, my shepherd. AMEN

Matthew 26: 7-10 A woman..came..with..very expensive ointment, and poured it on his head..

This woman had greater love and insight than the disciples. This act of lavish love and sacrifice was an act of worship and expressed the value and inexpressible worth of this person, Jesus Christ.

Lavish worship and sacrifice to Jesus is never wasted. I worship you, Jesus. You are worthy. O, that my life be poured out for you!

Matthew 26:15 Judas…said, “What will you give me if I deliver him over to you?” And they paid him thirty pieces of silver.

The heart of Judas was set on personal gain, his own earthly wealth and selfish desire, so much so, that he betrayed his only hope, for money.

A stark reminder to me of the danger of greed and desire for selfish gain. It could turn my heart. Lord Jesus, you are my life, my security,-not money. Let me not ever forget that.

Matthew 26: 27-28 “Drink of it, all of you, for this is my blood of the covenant, which is poured out for many for the forgiveness of sins.”

His blood – poured out – that many – all who drink are forgiven. All and many. All the Israelites who applied the blood to the doorposts were saved from Gods wrath, and many firstborn were spared. Not so in Egypt. Death and sorrow everywhere. No protection. Only loss.

I drink of you, Lord Jesus. My soul, my life is covered by your blood, your forgiveness. I am reconciled to God. My heart rejoices with gratefulness and awe at what you have done. At the same time, I grieve for those without Jesus, and without hope. May I invite them to come, drink, and live! AMEN

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