Luke 10:38-42 (KJV) - The story of Mary and Martha, where Mary chooses to sit at Jesus' feet and listen to His teaching while Martha is busy with preparations. Jesus commends Mary for choosing the "better part," emphasizing the importance of devotion and listening to His word.
Luke 8:35-36 (KJV) - After Jesus casts out demons from a man in the region of the Gerasenes, the man is found sitting at Jesus' feet, clothed and in his right mind. This illustrates the transformation and peace that comes from an encounter with Jesus.
John 11:29-32 (KJV) - Mary, the sister of Lazarus, falls at Jesus' feet and expresses her sorrow over her brother's death. Her act of falling at Jesus' feet is a gesture of faith and submission, even in her grief.
John 12:1-8 (KJV) - Mary anoints Jesus' feet with costly perfume and wipes them with her hair. This act of devotion is a powerful expression of love, sacrifice, and recognition of Jesus' impending sacrifice.
Matthew 28:1-10 (KJV) - After Jesus' resurrection, Mary Magdalene and the other Mary encounter Jesus and worship at His feet. This moment signifies the joy and reverence of recognizing the risen Lord.
Revelation 1:10-19 (KJV) - John has a vision of the glorified Christ and falls at His feet as though dead. Jesus reassures John, and this encounter underscores Jesus' divine authority and majesty.
1 Peter 5:6 (KJV) - While not a narrative, this verse encourages believers to humble themselves under the mighty hand of God, which aligns with the theme of humility and submission seen in the other passages.
These stories collectively depict various aspects of encountering Jesus, from devotion and worship to transformation and humble submission.
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