Early in Matthew 26 we encounter a woman with a jar of costly perfume. She pours it over Jesus' head. Other gospels add details (or maybe tell a second account - still researching), adding in that she also poured it the perfume on his feet while kissing Him. (Matt 26:6-13; Mk 14:3; Lk 7:37; Jn 12:2) In ancient days priests and kings were anointed with a specific fragrance to announce and prepare for their service. She anoints Jesus, her priest and king. That fragrance would have lingered.
A kiss of intimate worship!
Immediately Judas went to Jesus and said, "Hail, Rabbi!" and kissed him. And Jesus said to him, Friend, do what you have come for. Matthew 26:49-50a
A kiss of betrayal.
Two kisses...which am I offering Jesus today?
Based on a devotional Renee Beyea gave at PWOC - it lingered and now it's captured for our family.
Choosing Joy!
©2013 D.R.G.
~Coram Deo~
Living all of life before the face of God...
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