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6 Things to know about Mary and Martha in the Bible

Clarence L. Haynes Jr.

When you think about Mary and Martha, we should acknowledge both of these women for their great faith. They were both committed to the cause of Christ; they were both loved by Jesus, and they were bot...

The Women in Christ's Life: Martha ... Mary's Sister

I don't know about you but I struggle sometimes with having to choose to either sit at Jesus' feet or do His work. At the time, both seem to be just as important. Both seem to be good. Personally, for...

The Women in Christ's Life: Mary ... Sister of Martha

Mary, sister of Martha is one of my favorite women in the Bible. She loved Jesus so much as He loves her. She loved him by showing it. Do you remember Mary? She's the woman who sat a Jesus' feet to h...

What Is the One Needed Thing That Mary Chose and Martha Missed?

Meredith N Mills

When Jesus corrected Martha, he didn’t condemn her or say her service didn’t matter. Instead, he pointed to the turmoil in her soul. Her restless heart revealed a deeper issue — she was missing the po...

Are You Trying to Do Too Much?

Frank Santora

Unfortunately, we are often like Martha, trying to do too much, and in the process becoming ineffective in handling the demands of life. How do we know if we are taking on too much? Look at the signs ...

Life-Changing Significance of Jesus’ Words When He Says ‘I Am the Resurrection and the Life’

Melissa Henderson

Jesus spoke ‘I am’ statements. ‘I am the resurrection and the life’ is one of those statements (John 11:25)....

Does Christianity Encourage “Hustle Culture?”

Clarence L. Haynes Jr.

Hustle culture is the mindset that you must always be working hard in pursuit of your dreams, goals, and aspirations. The engagement in the hustle takes center place in your life as you go after your ...

How Can We as Christians Choose People over Tasks?

Emma Danzey

Good deeds (tasks) are not a bad thing in and of themselves. Matthew teaches us that the purpose of them is to praise God and to let our lights shine so others would be witnessed to. The ultimate hope...

Who Was Lazarus in the Bible? - 7 Important Questions Answered

Karen Whiting

The general population sought Jesus. They looked for Lazarus with Jesus. They sought hope, not power. It beckons us to listen and respond....

Surprising Things the Bible Says About Mental Illness

Tammy Kennington

What does the Bible say about mental illness? The Bible tells us that our God is big enough to overcome whatever we are facing. ...

6 Verses to Cling to When You Are Overwhelmed

Micah Maddox

There will always be something in life that will rock our world, knock us off our feet, or overwhelm our souls in a way we don’t know how to handle. But God’s Word gives us the hope and help we need w...

5 Bible Characters We Can Identify With

Linda Gilden

William says, "I can identify with Peter because I, too, love to fish. His emotions often got the best of him. But when he decided to get something done, he got it done. He loved Jesus with all his he...

What Does It Mean That We Have "Assurance of Salvation"?

Bethany Verrett

After being forgiven and starting that relationship with God, it can be difficult to believe that all of someone’s wickedness can be washed away. The Bible promises the person who repents and accepts ...

What It Does and Does Not Mean to Be a Virtuous Woman

Blair Parke

A virtuous woman doesn’t look to society – or even people in general – for her worth, but to God and what He has called her to be as part of His plan. Even if it means that she is seen as an outcast f...

Daily Bible Reading Is a Joyful Task That Is Never Complete

John Greco

As I’ve listened to the testimonies of men and women who’ve lost their faith, I’ve been struck by the fact that the questions and doubts they raise are not actually insurmountable....

Why Discipleship is Essential (and Where to Start!)

April Motl

I was about eighteen years old when I’d come to the realization. I had read Bible passages and Christian books, been to various testimony services, prayed every which way I knew how. I was at the poin...

3 Scary Stories in the Bible - and How God Is Still There

Heather Adams

As Halloween approaches, it’s natural for our thoughts to turn to spooky images and tales. Believe it or not, the Bible has its share of scary stories to read. In both the Old and New Testamen...

Why Did Jesus Say, 'I Am the Way, the Truth, and the Life'?

Mary Oelerich-Meyer

On the last night of his life, Jesus made a monumental claim to his disciples: “I am the way and the truth and the life.” What did he mean by that?...

Bring the Greatness of God to Others This Christmas

Frank Santora

Mary’s story was a trial of faith. Yet she made it through and so can we. Because like Mary, we are all, in our own God-ordained way, called to bring something extraordinary into the world. ...