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Ivy Otchere's avatar

Thanks for sharing this wonderful reminder of our need to sit at the feet of the Lord for from there we get strength and wisdom to serve well and to do it without grumbling or disputing (Phil 2:14)

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Ishah Naomi's avatar

Thankyou friend ❤️ That's a very relevant scripture reference too!

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Richard Myerscough's avatar

I find it so moving to see Martha later on in John's gospel still gladly serving while others, in this case Lazarus, reclining with Jesus while her sister Mary anoints his feet. There is no sense that her serving is anything but full-hearted devotion for her Lord. She's not being overcome by worries on this occasion, simply willing to serve and no doubt finding joy in doing so.

Mark's account of this scene includes the explanatory detail that they're in the home of Simon the Leper (presumably now healed) - a man perhaps so unused to having people in his home and Martha fills any gaps there might be. They're a beautiful family, Mary, Martha and Lazarus. Thank you for directing our attention to them in such a helpful way.

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Ishah Naomi's avatar

Thanks for sharing these insights Richard! It enriches our thoughts about this passage and the people. They sound like a beautiful family indeed ☺️

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Jessica Van Hoy's avatar

Such beautiful thoughts! Thank you for sharing, I needed this today.💛

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Ishah Naomi's avatar

Thanks Jessica, that's so good to hear! ❤️

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