Welcome to Prepare — a Holy Week podcast helping you slow down and ready your heart for Easter. In this second episode, we journey to Bethany, where a woman’s act of extravagant worship challenges us to reflect on what it means to truly honor Jesus.

In a moment of stunning devotion, a woman pours expensive perfume on Jesus’ head, igniting a powerful reaction from those around her. Was it wasteful, or was it an act of beautiful sacrifice? As we explore Matthew 26:6-13, we’ll reflect on the contrasting responses to Jesus—through the woman’s worship, the disciples’ indifference, and Jesus’ defense of her actions.

Why does Jesus value this act so deeply? What can we learn about sincere worship and the cost of following Christ? And how does this story prepare us to embrace the cost of discipleship during this Easter season?

Take a few minutes to listen, reflect, and open your heart to Jesus, who delights in true and sacrificial worship.

Scripture: Matthew 26:6-13