“A woman came up to him with an alabaster flask of costly ointment, and she poured it on his head as he reclined at the table,” Matthew 26:7 ESV. All of the disciples were upset at what they saw as an unworthy woman and a big waste. But for Judas Iscariot, it triggered something far more sinister: “And from that moment he sought an opportunity to betray him,” Matthew 26:16 (ESV). We attempt to put distance between Judas’ betrayal and our own distrust of God’s choices, but betrayal always lurks in the heart of the person who does not have the money issue dealt with; it is at the core, a trust issue. It is not left up to us to pick and choose which of His ways we will accept. An absence of thankfulness always precedes accusing God of not caring for our needs. Great Shepherd though I do not always understand Your choices, I rest in your tender care.
A serious pursuit of godliness requires an equally serious renunciation of worldliness. Too often, we measure spirituality with false scales. While being wisely selective with our public vices we are less so with our private attitudes and perspectives. In reality, it is the thoughts and intents of the heart where the greatest battles must be waged; our actions will ultimately align with the condition of our hearts. Lord God, You know me inside out, You are not fooled by human facades. Plow my heart with Your Word and Spirit and leave nothing unturned. Refresh my inward man that I may outwardly glorify You in all places at all times.
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