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Read: John 12:1-11 Jesus said, “Leave her alone, so that she may keep it for the day of my burial.” (v. 7) Dinner with friends is usually a sweet time of fellowship and special remembrances, but it can be especially poignant when you know you’ll soon be parted. Jesus was coming to the end of his time on earth with his disciples, and they, for the most part, seemed unaware of his impending death. But one person had been listening, and she understood. This meal, for her, was an opportunity to love and honor him before his death on the cross for her. After Jesus raised Lazarus from the dead, a special dinner was given in his honor in Bethany. Lazarus, Martha, and Mary were there, as well as the disciples and many other guests. This was