In what ways can we "do what we can" for Christ now?

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The Setting: “She Has Done What She Could”

“ ‘She has done what she could to anoint My body in advance of My burial.’ ” (Mark 14:8)

Christ’s Commendation: Why Her Act Matters

• A wholehearted act, not a half-measure

• Timely obedience—she acted while she had the opportunity

• Personal sacrifice—her costly perfume showed real love

• Finality—Jesus viewed it as preparation for His burial, highlighting eternal impact

Translating Her Example to Our Moment

• Recognize the season: “Make the most of every opportunity, because the days are evil.” (Ephesians 5:16)

• See value in small, hidden acts: “For whoever gives you a cup of water in My name… he will never lose his reward.” (Mark 9:41)

• Act now, not later: opportunities expire; her chance vanished once Jesus was arrested

Practical Ways to ‘Do What We Can’ Today

• Serve with what’s in your hand

– Use a skill (music, carpentry, administration) in the local church

– Offer a spare room, a meal, or transportation to believers in need (Hebrews 13:16)

• Give sacrificially

– Budget for missions and relief work (2 Corinthians 9:7-8)

– Support gospel workers you personally know

• Speak life

– Share the gospel clearly with neighbors and co-workers (Romans 1:16)

– Send texts, calls, or notes that encourage weary saints (1 Thessalonians 5:11)

• Pray fervently

– Intercede daily for pastors, missionaries, persecuted believers (Colossians 4:2-3)

– Keep a list and rejoice as God answers

• Live distinctly

– Work “heartily, as for the Lord and not for men.” (Colossians 3:23)

– Refuse compromise, reflecting Christ in speech and conduct (Philippians 2:14-15)

• Practice hospitality

– Welcome believers and strangers; “some have entertained angels unaware.” (Hebrews 13:2)

• Mentor the next generation

– Invest time in children’s ministry or youth discipleship (Deuteronomy 6:6-7)

– Model faithfulness; they imitate what they see

Encouragement for Every Believer

• No gift is insignificant when offered to Christ (Luke 21:1-4)

• The Lord sees the heart behind the action (1 Samuel 16:7)

• He records every labor of love (Hebrews 6:10)

• The eternal reward far outweighs the earthly cost (2 Corinthians 4:17)

Conclusion: Seize the Moment

Like the woman in Bethany, pour out what you have, while you can, on the One who poured out everything for you.