◄ John 12:7 ►
"Leave her alone," Jesus replied. "She has kept this perfume in preparation for the day of My burial. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of John 12:7? 2. How does John 12:7 emphasize the importance of Jesus' impending burial? 3. What does Mary's act in John 12:7 teach about sacrificial giving? 4. How does John 12:7 connect to Old Testament burial customs? 5. How can we prioritize honoring Jesus in our daily lives like Mary? 6. What can we learn from Jesus' defense of Mary's actions in John 12:7? 7. Why did Jesus defend Mary's use of expensive perfume in John 12:7? 8. How does John 12:7 reflect Jesus' understanding of His impending death? 9. What cultural significance did anointing with perfume have in biblical times? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from John 12? 11. What was the purpose of Jesus being anointed? 12. What does spikenard refer to in the Bible? 13. What was the purpose of Jesus being anointed? 14. In Matthew 26:6-13, why does the anointing scene differ from similar accounts in other Gospels regarding the woman's identity and purpose of the act? Discussion Questions 1. How does Mary's act of anointing Jesus challenge our understanding of worship and sacrifice in our own lives? 2. In what ways can we, like Mary, demonstrate our love and devotion to Jesus in practical and meaningful ways today? 3. How does Jesus' defense of Mary encourage us to stand firm in our faith, even when faced with criticism or misunderstanding? 4. What are some ways we can shift our focus from temporal concerns to eternal values in our daily lives? 5. How can we prepare ourselves spiritually for Jesus' return, drawing inspiration from Mary's act of devotion? John 12 Bible Study Questions 1. How does Mary's anointing of Jesus reflect her understanding of His impending death and her devotion to Him? 2. How does Judas' objection to Mary's act reveal his character and priorities? 3. What does the triumphal entry of Jesus into Jerusalem reveal about the crowd's expectations of Him? 4. How does Jesus' response to the Greeks wanting to see Him reflect His understanding of His mission? 5. How does the metaphor of the grain of wheat enhance your understanding of Jesus' death and its impact on humanity? 6. How does this chapter deepen your understanding of Jesus' attitude toward His impending death? 7. What insights do you gain from Jesus' call to hate life in this world in order to gain eternal life? 8. How does the voice from heaven during Jesus' discourse add to the divine confirmation of His mission? 9. How does the crowd's reaction to the voice from heaven reveal their spiritual understanding? 10. Despite witnessing many signs, why do you think the Jews did not believe in Jesus? 11. How does Jesus' proclamation in verses 44-50 clarify His mission of salvation and judgment? 12. How can Mary's act of anointing Jesus inspire your own expressions of love and devotion to Jesus? 13. How does Jesus' triumphal entry into Jerusalem contrast with the humble nature of His mission? 14. How can Jesus' teachings on serving and following Him in this chapter shape your understanding of Christian discipleship? 15. What personal implications do you draw from Jesus' teaching about walking in the light? 16. How does Jesus' prediction of His death resonate with you in light of the knowledge of His resurrection? 17. How does Jesus' distinction between His words of salvation and judgment challenge common perceptions about His mission? 18. How does Jesus' comparison of His followers to grains of wheat inform your understanding of sacrifice and fruitfulness in the Christian life? 19. In what ways does this chapter encourage you to respond to Jesus' teachings and signs in faith? 20. Reflect on the entire chapter. How does this journey from Bethany to Jerusalem deepen your understanding of Jesus' love, sacrifice, and divine mission? Links John 12:7 NIV John 12:7 NLT John 12:7 ESV John 12:7 NASB John 12:7 KJV John 12:7 Commentaries Bible Hub