The Courage to Come

Key Truth:

You cannot experience the grace of Christ until you are willing to come to Him as you truly are.

Introduction:

Everyone in town knew who she was. Her reputation entered the room before she did. Yet while others saw

her past, Jesus saw her possibility. The greatest obstacle between sinners and Jesus has never been sin—it

has been pride.

Outline:

I. She Came Despite Her Reputation (v.37)

A woman known as "a sinner"

Risking public humiliation

Faith is willing to face criticism to reach Jesus.

Supporting Scriptures:

Hebrews 4:16

Isaiah 1:18

John 6:37

II. She Came With Costly Worship (v.37)

The alabaster box

Expensive perfume

Worship always costs something.

Supporting Scriptures:

Romans 12:1

2 Samuel 24:24

III. She Came With Complete Surrender (vv.38)

Tears

Hair

Kisses

Perfume

Everything about her posture screams surrender.

Supporting Scriptures:

Psalm 51:17

James 4:8

Application

What keeps us from coming to Jesus today?