Join us as we dive into the story of Mary Magdalene, one of Jesus' closest disciples. We’ll explore her transformation from a woman healed of seven demons to a devoted follower who stood by Jesus in his darkest moments, including the crucifixion and resurrection. As we reflect on her intimate relationship with Jesus, we'll consider what it means to remember and hold on to the ways Jesus has rescued us. Grab your Bible, a journal, and a cup of coffee, and let's journey together through her remarkable story.
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- Mary was from Magdalene, a small town not far from the Sea of Galilee (1:45)
- Which Mary are we talking about today? (2:45)
- We can learn gratitude from Mary (5:45)
- Scholars believe this Mary anointed Jesus’ feet with perfume in Luke 7 (8:33)
- Mary never forgot what Jesus rescued her from (10:57)
- When Mary meets Jesus after his resurrection, we learn that things are going to be different now (13:15)
- Jesus is our friend, but as our Savior, that means life looks different. We have His power. (19:50)
- We can all desire to have a posture of gratitude like Mary for the way that Christ rescued us. (22:32)
Scripture Verse: Luke 8:1-2 (NASB 1977)
And it came about soon afterwards, that He began going about from one city and village to another, proclaiming and preaching the kingdom of God; and the twelve were with Him, and also some women who had been healed of evil spirits and sicknesses: Mary also was called Magdalene, from whom seven demons had gone out.
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Bible teacher, author and founder of Cup of Joy Ministries, Dot Bowen, teaches listeners what it truly looks like to know, love and follow Jesus. Each week, Dot invites you to sit down with her and her daughter, Cara, to have an authentic conversation about Biblical Scripture and God’s Truth. Their honest and thought provoking conversations are full of wit and wisdom which will have you diving deeper into God’s Word.
Whether Dot is teaching, speaking or simply grabbing coffee with a dear friend, she can often be heard saying with excitement, “Write this Down!” Her heart for the listener is to take the things she asks you to write down before the Lord and ask Him to open your eyes to His Truth and love. John 8:32 says, “and you will know the Truth and the Truth will set you free.”
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