Matthew lets us know that the plot against Jesus is thickening. And in the midst of this terrible news, there is one woman, whose name is not even mentioned, humbly, lovingly, pouring out affection on the one who will give his life for her.

When Jesus entered Jerusalem the Sunday before Passover, he took specific, detailed steps to style himself as the coming king. Matthew 21:6 says that the disciples went and did as Jesus had directed them. This was a carefully planned event. Jesus wanted...