Bethany

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Bethany, a significant location in the Bible, holds substantial theological and historical importance. The name "Bethany" (Hebrew: בֵּית עַנְיָה, Beit Anyah) translates to "house of the poor" or "house of affliction," which reflects its role as a place of refuge and support. It is mentioned in the New Testament as a village located near Jerusalem, specifically on the eastern slope of the Mount of Olives (John 11:1). Bethany is notably recognized as the home of Lazarus, whom Jesus raised from the dead (John 11:38-44), and his sisters, Mary and Martha, who are also pivotal figures in the Gospels.In addition to its association with Lazarus, Bethany serves as a backdrop for several key events in Jesus’ ministry, including the anointing of Jesus by Mary (John 12:1-8) and as the location from which Jesus ascended to heaven after His resurrection (Acts 1:9-12). Thus, Bethany symbolizes not only a physical location but also a place of deep personal connection and transformation, illustrating themes of resurrection, hospitality, and discipleship within the Christian faith.

A Walk to Bethany 36:36

Walter Wilson

In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of believers being experts in guiding young people in their faith journey. He uses the example of Jesus taking his disciples to Bethany to teach them how to be devoted, loving, and intelligent Christians. The speaker also highlights two stories f

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Episodes in Life of T/lord 04 the Supper at Bethany 39:00

Robert Constable

In this sermon, the speaker reflects on a specific episode in the life of Jesus as recorded in the Fourteenth Chapter of Mark. The speaker highlights the human nature of the author, Mark, and how he portrays Jesus' interactions with both men and women. The sermon focuses on a familiar scene where Je

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John 4:46

“So once again He came to Cana in Galilee, where He had turned the water into wine. And there was a royal official whose son lay sick at Capernaum.”

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Mark 14:3

“While Jesus was in Bethany reclining at the table in the home of Simon the Leper, a woman came with an alabaster jar of expensive perfume, made of pure nard. She broke open the jar and poured it on Jesus' head.”

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Luke 7:37

“When a sinful woman from that town learned that Jesus was dining there, she brought an alabaster jar of perfume. As she stood behind Him at His feet weeping, she began to wet His feet with her tears and wipe them with her hair. Then she kissed His feet and anointed them with the perfume. When the Pharisee who had invited Jesus saw this, he said to himself, "If this man were a prophet, He would know who this is and what kind of woman is touching Him--for she is a sinner!"”

John 12:1

“Six days before the Passover, Jesus came to Bethany, the hometown of Lazarus, whom He had raised from the dead. So they hosted a dinner for Jesus there. Martha served, and Lazarus was among those reclining at the table with Him. Then Mary took about a pint of expensive perfume, made of pure nard, and she anointed Jesus' feet and wiped them with her hair. And the house was filled with the fragrance of the perfume. But one of His disciples, Judas Iscariot, who was going to betray Him, asked, "Why wasn't this perfume sold for three hundred denarii and the money given to the poor?" Judas did not say this because he cared about the poor, but because he was a thief. As keeper of the money bag, he used to take from what was put into it. "Leave her alone," Jesus replied. "She has kept this perfume in preparation for the day of My burial. The poor you will always have with you, but you will not always have Me."”

John 11:2

“(Mary, whose brother Lazarus was sick, was to anoint the Lord with perfume and wipe His feet with her hair.)”

Matthew 26:6

“While Jesus was in Bethany in the home of Simon the Leper, a woman came to Him with an alabaster jar of expensive perfume, which she poured on His head as He reclined at the table. When the disciples saw this, they were indignant and asked, "Why this waste? This perfume could have been sold at a high price, and the money given to the poor." Aware of this, Jesus asked, "Why are you bothering this woman? She has done a beautiful deed to Me. The poor you will always have with you, but you will not always have Me. By pouring this perfume on Me, she has prepared My body for burial. Truly I tell you, wherever this gospel is preached in all the world, what she has done will also be told in memory of her."”

John 2:1

“On the third day a wedding took place at Cana in Galilee. Jesus' mother was there, and Jesus and His disciples had also been invited to the wedding. When the wine ran out, Jesus' mother said to Him, "They have no more wine." "Woman, why does this concern us?" Jesus replied. "My hour has not yet come." His mother said to the servants, "Do whatever He tells you." Now six stone water jars had been set there for the Jewish rites of purification. Each could hold from twenty to thirty gallons. Jesus told the servants, "Fill the jars with water." So they filled them to the brim. "Now draw some out," He said, "and take it to the master of the banquet." They did so, and the master of the banquet tasted the water that had been turned into wine. He did not know where it was from, but the servants who had drawn the water knew. Then he called the bridegroom aside and said, "Everyone serves the fine wine first, and then the cheap wine after the guests are drunk. But you have saved the fine wine until now!" Jesus performed this, the first of His signs, at Cana in Galilee. He thus revealed His glory, and His disciples believed in Him.”