Making Jesus Christ Preeminent (Number One)Lessons from the Bethany Family John 12:1-11Only one life, 'twill soon be past’Only what's done for Christ will lastFor me living means living for Christ(Philippians 2:20)Colossians 1:15-18QuestionsAccording to the Bible, who is the greatest person that has ever lived?Why is he the greatest person?Matthew 11:1-11 (NLT)QuestionsWhat is the first recorded statement of Judas Iscariot in the Bible and when did he make the statement?How many times was Jesus anointed with oil (perfume) in the gospels?Discuss the anointing incidents in the gospels? Luke 7:36-50; (Early in Jesus Ministry. Mary, Simon the Pharisee)John 12:1-11, Mark 14:3-9, Matthew 26:6-13 (Mary of Bethany, 6 days before the last Passover/5 days before crucifixion, Simon the leper)A believer named in all four gospels who won many souls (a witness) with words but never performed a miracle? John the BaptistA believer named in the gospel of John who won many souls (a witness) with words but never performed a miracle? Woman of SamariaA believer named in the gospel of John who won many souls (a witness), but never said a word (we have no recorded word from this believer)? LazarusThe believer that will always be remembered wherever the gospel is preached and why the believer will be remembered? Mary of BethanyThe believer who is noted for inspiring Jesus to declare I am the resurrection and the life? Martha of BethanyFacts about the Bethany FamilyThe family (at least one member of the family) is mentioned in all four gospels Luke 10:38-42; John 11, John 12:1-11, Mark 14:3-9, Matthew 26:6-13The family members were Martha, Mary and LazarusSiblings, believers and lived in the same houseLived in Bethany (A town in Judea, 2 miles from Jerusalem)Loved Jesus, (friends of Jesus)Opened their home to Jesus many times Jesus base was in Capernaum (Galilea)Lazarus was sick, died, buried for 4 days and Jesus raised him from the dead Martha is known for her service (work) to JesusMary is known for her devotion (worship) to JesusFirst Mention of the Bethany FamilyLuke 10:38-42Second Mention of the Bethany FamilyJohn 11:1-7, 17-27, 32-35John 11:40-48; 53;Third Mention of the Bethany FamilyJohn 12:1-11Key Passage for today’s message John 12:1-11Lazarus made Jesus preeminent byHis WitnessSome facts about LazarusHe is mentioned by name in John’s gospelHe died and was buried for 4 daysJesus raised Lazarus from the deadGrave cloths were unwrapped from him and he was given new clothsSat at dinner table with JesusHer Work (Service)Some facts about MarthaShe is mentioned by name in two gospels (Luke, John)She welcomed Jesus to her home (Luke 10:38)She worked hard and served Jesus at least twiceThe first time she served Jesus she was frustrated that her sister did not help (Luke 8)The second recorded service was without complaint John 12She made Jesus preeminent by her work (service) to himMary made Jesus preeminent byHer Worship (devotion)Some facts about Mary of BethanyShe is mentioned by name in the four gospels (Matthew, Mark, Luke, John)The accounts involve the three visits from JesusMary is always at the FEET of JESUS in the gospel accountsFist account: Mary, sat at the Lord’s feet, listening to what he taught. Luke 10:39Second account: John 11:32Third account: John 12:3Mary is Always at the FEET of JESUS in the gospel accountsFist account Mary, sat at the Lord’s feet, listening to what he taught. Luke 10:39Second account: John 11:32Laid her Burden at his feet John 12:3Mary gave Jesus her BestPublic, spontaneous, sacrificial, lavish, personal, unembarrassedJesus called it a good work (Matt 26:10, Mark 14:6)Jesus commended her and defended herHer sacrifice was worth a year’s wageLike David Mary will not gives the Lord that which cost her nothing