Mary Magdalene
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Mary mother of Jesus from birth to death.
Mary Magdalene follower of Jesus from death to resurrection.
Her name "Magdalene" suggests she was from Magdala, a town on the western shore of the Sea of Galilee
1. Healing and Deliverance:
1 After this, Jesus traveled about from one town and village to another, proclaiming the good news of the kingdom of God. The Twelve were with him, 2 and also some women who had been cured of evil spirits and diseases: Mary (called Magdalene) from whom seven demons had come out; 3 Joanna the wife of Chuza, the manager of Herod’s household; Susanna; and many others. These women were helping to support them out of their own means.
Practical Support: She, along with other women, financially supported Jesus' ministry, demonstrating her gratitude and dedication.
2 and also some women who had been cured of evil spirits and diseases: Mary (called Magdalene) from whom seven demons had come out;
Profound Healing: Mary experienced a significant deliverance from "seven demons," indicating a severe past affliction. This healing profoundly transformed her life.
Demons need to be invited in, in some form or fashion.
19 The acts of the flesh are obvious: sexual immorality, impurity and debauchery; 20 idolatry and witchcraft; hatred, discord, jealousy, fits of rage, selfish ambition, dissensions, factions 21 and envy; drunkenness, orgies, and the like. I warn you, as I did before, that those who live like this will not inherit the kingdom of God.
Witchcraft: Greek word pharmakeia / were we get our word pharmacy / drugs.
https://youtu.be/UI-PehitKKU?si=UN1K82UZMjyw8XEm (The Chosen: Jesus and Mary)
38 The man from whom the demons had gone out begged to go with him, but Jesus sent him away, saying, 39 “Return home and tell how much God has done for you.” So the man went away and told all over town how much Jesus had done for him.
The man was to return home but Mary was invited to go with Jesus and the other disciples.
Devoted Follower: Her healing led to unwavering devotion and a commitment to follow Jesus.
47 Therefore, I tell you, her many sins have been forgiven—as her great love has shown. But whoever has been forgiven little loves little.”
This was not Mary M. as many have assumed. But points out those that have be forgiven much love much.
2. Faithfulness at the Cross:
25 Near the cross of Jesus stood his mother, his mother’s sister, Mary the wife of Clopas, and Mary Magdalene.
Faithfulness in the Darkest Hour: Imagine the scene at the cross – the fear, the brutality, the despair. Yet, Mary Magdalene remained. Her courage to stay when most fled speaks volumes about her steadfast love and loyalty. This is enduring faith even when circumstances seem hopeless.
Steadfast Devotion: Her commitment to Jesus didn't waver even in His darkest hour of suffering and apparent defeat. Fair-weather fans miss the comeback.
3. Love and Devotion in Caring for Jesus' Body:
57 As evening approached, there came a rich man from Arimathea, named Joseph, who had himself become a disciple of Jesus. 58 Going to Pilate, he asked for Jesus’ body, and Pilate ordered that it be given to him. 59 Joseph took the body, wrapped it in a clean linen cloth, 60 and placed it in his own new tomb that he had cut out of the rock. He rolled a big stone in front of the entrance to the tomb and went away.
61 Mary Magdalene and the other Mary were sitting there opposite the tomb.
Observant and Intentional: She noted where Jesus was buried, intending to return.
1 When the Sabbath was over, Mary Magdalene, Mary the mother of James, and Salome bought spices so that they might go to anoint Jesus’ body.
Continued Care: Her love and devotion extended beyond Jesus' death, as she desired to properly care for His body.
Respect and Honor: The act of anointing was a mark of respect, love, and devotion.
4. Missing Him and the Empty Tomb:
1 Early on the first day of the week, while it was still dark, Mary Magdalene went to the tomb and saw that the stone had been removed from the entrance. 2 So she came running to Simon Peter and the other disciple, the one Jesus loved, and said, “They have taken the Lord out of the tomb, and we don’t know where they have put him!”
Was she crying all night seeing the images of her healer suffering not able to sleep?
Her mental state made her come to the conclusion that his body was stolen.
11 Now Mary stood outside the tomb crying. As she wept, she bent over to look into the tomb 12 and saw two angels in white, seated where Jesus’ body had been, one at the head and the other at the foot. 13 They asked her, “Woman, why are you crying?” “They have taken my Lord away,” she said, “and I don’t know where they have put him.”
Deep Grief and Longing: Mary's immediate response to the empty tomb was deep sorrow and a sense of loss, believing His body had been taken.
Persistent Search: She didn't immediately leave when the tomb was found empty but stayed, weeping and seeking answers.
Personal Loss: Her words, "They have taken my Lord away," emphasize her personal connection and the depth of her grief.
The First to See the Resurrected Christ:
9 When Jesus rose early on the first day of the week, he appeared first to Mary Magdalene, out of whom he had driven seven demons.
Honored Witness: Mary Magdalene was chosen to be the very first person to see the resurrected Jesus, a significant honor.
14 At this, she turned around and saw Jesus standing there, but she did not realize that it was Jesus.
The reason for Mary’s failure to recognize Jesus is uncertain. She may not have recognized Him because her tears blurred her eyes (v. 11). Possibly also, the vivid memories of Jesus’ bruised and broken body were still etched in her mind, and Jesus’ resurrection appearance was so dramatically different that she failed to recognize Him. Perhaps, however, like the disciples on the road to Emmaus, she was supernaturally prevented from recognizing Him until He chose for her to do so.
15 He asked her, “Woman, why are you crying? Who is it you are looking for?” Thinking he was the gardener, she said, “Sir, if you have carried him away, tell me where you have put him, and I will get him.”
The Saviour knew that Mary’s heart was broken and that her mind was confused. He did not rebuke her; tenderly, He revealed Himself to her.
16 Jesus said to her, “Mary.” She turned toward him and cried out in Aramaic, “Rabboni!” (which means “Teacher”).
All He had to do was to speak her name, and Mary immediately recognized Him. His sheep hear [recognize] His voice and He calls them by name (John 10:3).
Apparently Mary had turned away from Jesus, for when He spoke her name, she had to turn back to look at Him again.
17 Jesus said, “Do not hold on to me, for I have not yet ascended to the Father. Go instead to my brothers and tell them, ‘I am ascending to my Father and your Father, to my God and your God.’ ”
Don’t huge me yet. But later, He told the disciples to touch Him. Why this difference?
J. Vernon McGee, Thru the Bible Commentary: He says to her, “for I am not yet ascended to my Father.” This is the reason she should not hold on to Him. So apparently He did ascend to His Father before the appearance to the disciples in the house. I believe that the Lord Jesus presented His blood at the throne of God and that His blood turned the judgment seat into the mercy seat which it is today.
My brothers. Disciples have been called “servants” or “friends”, but not “brothers,” until here. Because of Jesus’ work on the Cross in place of the sinner, this new relationship to Christ was made possible.
18 Mary Magdalene went to the disciples with the news: “I have seen the Lord!” And she told them that he had said these things to her.
Jesus commissioned her to be the first to announce His resurrection to the disciples, making her an "apostle to the apostles."
Transformation of Grief to Joy: Her profound sorrow was transformed into immense joy and a powerful testimony.
