“Lazarus, come forth!” (John 11:43 KJV) How lovely, despite Jesus’ countless rejections, that He found consolation within a handful of friends. One such family lived near Jerusalem named Martha, Mary, and their brother Lazarus. No wonder they welcomed Jesus’ visits. His composure brought peace into their home. A lengthy account ...
Read More »Making Moments Matter: Investing Time With Your Kids Part 2
In yesterday’s article, I brought up the topic of quality time and how the culture we live in seems to distract and justify the limited amount of quality time we spend with our kiddos. Before I continue with the additional distractions I faced, I want to clarify the difference between ...
Read More »Change the Way You Entertain
Martha often gets a bad rap among Christian circles. Placed side by side with her sister, Mary, Martha is often seen as the disgruntled, impatient, distracted worry-wart who has her priorities all mixed up. And while that may be true in some respects, there is still much to be learned ...
Read More »Part II Serving to Serve or Be Noticed?
“After she had said this, she went back and called her sister Mary aside ’The teacher is here,’ she said, ‘and is asking for you.’ When Mary heard this, she got up quickly and went to him. (John 11:28-29) Manipulation is defined as a way to control or influence a ...
Read More »Part I-Serving for Love or For Self?
“But one thing is needed, and Mary has chosen that good part, which will not be taken away from her.” (Luke 10:42) I am a Martha. I am a busybody who seems to be in constant motion. Sometimes I am like a whirlwind leaving behind a leftover trail of dust, ...
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