tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8901842915517693862.post1447546158964954414..comments2024-03-27T14:26:25.469-07:00Comments on Saved by Grace: Mary or Martha?Laurie Colletthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10676088158113572565noreply@blogger.comBlogger24125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8901842915517693862.post-41545956966207404952011-10-28T17:29:29.227-07:002011-10-28T17:29:29.227-07:00Dear Ashley,
Wonderful to "meet" you to...Dear Ashley, <br />Wonderful to "meet" you too! Thanks so much for visiting and commenting, and please come again soon!<br />May God bless you and your ministry.Laurie Colletthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10676088158113572565noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8901842915517693862.post-12288073140975260622011-10-28T12:57:24.344-07:002011-10-28T12:57:24.344-07:00I definitely err on the side of Martha!
It's...I definitely err on the side of Martha! <br /><br />It's so good to "meet" you! I'm stopping by via the Blog Bash 2011... have a BLESSED weekend!!Ashley Pichea [PicheaPlace.com]https://www.blogger.com/profile/06743867885337441293noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8901842915517693862.post-41230535941101433902011-10-28T08:23:58.475-07:002011-10-28T08:23:58.475-07:00Dear Never Forsaken, That's a good point, that...Dear Never Forsaken, That's a good point, that the Marys should encourage the Marthas to sit at Jesus feet, and help them to do so when they can. It's a balance we should all seek between being productive for Him and receptive to Him.<br />May you have a blessed weekend!Laurie Colletthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10676088158113572565noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8901842915517693862.post-53659725233861386152011-10-28T04:59:47.178-07:002011-10-28T04:59:47.178-07:00Hi Laurie,
This is a very good and often asked que...Hi Laurie,<br />This is a very good and often asked question!<br />I used to be more of a Martha, but have learned to be more like Mary. I do try to be quick to lend a helping hand to the die-hard Martha's out there however in hopes they may have an opportunity to sit at Jesus' feet also!Never Forsakenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04537083795724752514noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8901842915517693862.post-27839673362567954172011-10-26T11:18:38.217-07:002011-10-26T11:18:38.217-07:00Dear Charlotte, You are blessed to be more like Ma...Dear Charlotte, You are blessed to be more like Mary! But you're right, we need Marthas as well as Marys, and we need to have some of each personality within us to be effective in Christian service while constantly being renewed by His love.<br />May God bless you and your ministry!<br />LaurieLaurie Colletthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10676088158113572565noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8901842915517693862.post-67659548620160420432011-10-26T09:38:56.660-07:002011-10-26T09:38:56.660-07:00I think I am more like Mary. My mother was definit...I think I am more like Mary. My mother was definitely a Martha type. She jumped in and helped even when help wasn't wanted. I think it affected my attitude. We need Marys and Marthas both. Thank you for sharing your thoughts on both.<br />Blessings,<br />CharlotteCharlottehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12533075034458645148noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8901842915517693862.post-14013707472265118342011-10-25T11:28:46.951-07:002011-10-25T11:28:46.951-07:00Hi Pastor Paul! It's lovely to meet you too! T...Hi Pastor Paul! It's lovely to meet you too! Thank you so much for your kind comment and for following Saved by Grace. I'm glad you found it from MyCMA, and as a result I found and am now following your "Bible Gems for Friendship" blog also! May God bless you, your family, and your church.<br />LaurieLaurie Colletthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10676088158113572565noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8901842915517693862.post-77689375950865743382011-10-25T10:37:24.698-07:002011-10-25T10:37:24.698-07:00Hi Laurie,
I found your blog at MYCMA. It's ni...Hi Laurie,<br />I found your blog at MYCMA. It's nice to meet a fellow Floridian and blogger. Thank you for your ministry of encouragement in Christ through the Word. Pastor Paul ColemanPastor Colemanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08347900801045661498noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8901842915517693862.post-60281187035795842382011-10-24T15:47:09.404-07:002011-10-24T15:47:09.404-07:00Dear Ian,
Yes, the world clamors for us to be like...Dear Ian,<br />Yes, the world clamors for us to be like Martha, when the real blessings of love and peace are found in Mary's place, at Jesus' feet. When we take the time to start there, we are so much better able to face whatever comes our way.<br />Thanks as always for your thoughtful comment, and may God bless you and your ministry.<br />LaurieLaurie Colletthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10676088158113572565noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8901842915517693862.post-61370254606575808982011-10-24T15:30:55.434-07:002011-10-24T15:30:55.434-07:00Dear Sara G,
Thanks so much for your comment and f...Dear Sara G,<br />Thanks so much for your comment and for following Saved by Grace! <br />Your comment is so true, that sometimes God allows illness or other trial into our life to keep us from the "busyness" and to focus on Him instead. It's an example of Romans 8:28, how what appears at first to be a burden becomes a blessing as it gives us new perspective on what is important, and on what is more of a "weight" that keeps us from God's best.<br />May you have a blessed week in Him!<br />LaurieLaurie Colletthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10676088158113572565noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8901842915517693862.post-58646356561181337582011-10-24T14:10:00.684-07:002011-10-24T14:10:00.684-07:00Dear dfish,
That's an excellent point -- the w...Dear dfish,<br />That's an excellent point -- the workaholic often isn't just selfishly tied up in their own advancement, but trying in a misguided way to offer love through material things rather than time and attention. The world's emphasis on materialism just makes it worse. Of course it's important for husbands (or single moms) to provide financially for their family, but provision of themselves means so much more to their wife and children. And if pastors/church leaders can't manage their priorities at home, they are unlikely to be effective at church, either.<br />Thanks as always, and God bless you!<br />LaurieLaurie Colletthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10676088158113572565noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8901842915517693862.post-45906782144424025942011-10-24T14:03:33.674-07:002011-10-24T14:03:33.674-07:00Dear Mel,
Thanks so much for visiting & commen...Dear Mel,<br />Thanks so much for visiting & commenting -- I hope you'll consider following too! <br />Oswald Chambers is a real blessing -- I read the daily entry from My Utmost for His Highest just before bedtime and am always amazed by his insights. If we can just remember to "Be still, and know that [He is] God," we would be much better off!<br />I really enjoyed the Christian comedy clips on Trailing After God and now I'm following by email.<br />Blessings!<br />LaurieLaurie Colletthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10676088158113572565noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8901842915517693862.post-31034065520931040512011-10-24T12:02:18.909-07:002011-10-24T12:02:18.909-07:00I'm sometimes a Martha out of a feeling of nec...I'm sometimes a Martha out of a feeling of necessity, and a Mary whenever I can muster some still, quiet time in the word or prayer to be alone with my God. Those moments always steer the course of my day, otherwise I feel like I'm ready to burst at any given moment.Ian Curtishttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11027275808408069964noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8901842915517693862.post-45796331365272169502011-10-24T10:25:11.817-07:002011-10-24T10:25:11.817-07:00I was a Martha for a long time but becoming more a...I was a Martha for a long time but becoming more a Mary. When you have a health issue (or any issue) that God allows, He does for many purposes but most importantly to bring people closer to Him. I was busy, had to be perfect in chores and housework, preparing food and all my family needs and any visitor. Now I have (or had to) slowed down to see all around and spend time with the Lord and my family. Thanks for your post. Have a blessed day!Sara Ghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03097199454433859440noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8901842915517693862.post-27392714603309510482011-10-24T07:34:30.058-07:002011-10-24T07:34:30.058-07:00Martha so typifies the workaholic, who are convinc...Martha so typifies the workaholic, who are convinced they doing everything out of love but can't take time to show their love to their family. It destroys so many homes, but it destroys many ministries as well. Thanks for the reminder.Donald Fishgrabhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11977970195032209188noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8901842915517693862.post-4443257900130998712011-10-23T21:52:25.966-07:002011-10-23T21:52:25.966-07:00Wow, what Oswald Chambers had to say was powerful....Wow, what Oswald Chambers had to say was powerful. What a great devotion to read today! I am both a Mary and Martha. I am a planner so that when my guests arrive, I can sit and be Mary. But in life, I can run around like Martha and get upset that no one is helping. I like the "don't just do something, stand there" - That is great advice in such a busy world! <br /><br />Blessings,<br />Mel<br />Please feel free to stop by: <a href="http://melindatodd.com" rel="nofollow">Trailing After God</a>Melhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00410114935534301370noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8901842915517693862.post-91322507502595751822011-10-22T17:32:46.138-07:002011-10-22T17:32:46.138-07:00Dear soraya3, Thanks so much for visiting and for ...Dear soraya3, Thanks so much for visiting and for your kind words! Holland is a lovely country -- we visited Amsterdam and surrounding areas a few years ago and really enjoyed it!<br />Shalom Aleschem to you also! LaurieLaurie Colletthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10676088158113572565noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8901842915517693862.post-62121674151484957962011-10-22T16:28:02.534-07:002011-10-22T16:28:02.534-07:00amen.! nice post thanks for sharing..shalom! loves...amen.! nice post thanks for sharing..shalom! loves from holland..Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8901842915517693862.post-35148700067455082552011-10-22T13:05:12.529-07:002011-10-22T13:05:12.529-07:00Dear Saleslady371,
Thanks so much for your kind w...Dear Saleslady371,<br /><br />Thanks so much for your kind words and comment! May your week be blessed!<br />LaurieLaurie Colletthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10676088158113572565noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8901842915517693862.post-52308230367823077392011-10-21T17:49:29.300-07:002011-10-21T17:49:29.300-07:00This is a great message of encouragement to put pr...This is a great message of encouragement to put priorities in order just as Jesus modeled. It is so easy to "help" in the flesh.Saleslady371https://www.blogger.com/profile/15962608799409882219noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8901842915517693862.post-17753002693787655312011-10-21T13:55:27.944-07:002011-10-21T13:55:27.944-07:00Dear Zim, I agree, I'm a Mary and Martha also....Dear Zim, I agree, I'm a Mary and Martha also. It's a blessing that the Bible tells about real people whom we can relate to and learn from. Thanks as always for your comment, and may you have a blessed week in Him!<br />LaurieLaurie Colletthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10676088158113572565noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8901842915517693862.post-54076226153167493992011-10-21T13:52:40.510-07:002011-10-21T13:52:40.510-07:00Hi Karen! Thanks for the kind words and comment! I...Hi Karen! Thanks for the kind words and comment! It's so true that keeping our focus on Him and listening to His voice puts order, peace and purpose even in the most stressful day. Hope you make time to care for your body also -- after all, it is His temple!<br />Love in Christ,<br />LaurieLaurie Colletthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10676088158113572565noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8901842915517693862.post-33721398283221272182011-10-21T13:51:19.246-07:002011-10-21T13:51:19.246-07:00In me there are both Mary and Martha. Sometimes it...In me there are both Mary and Martha. Sometimes it is very important for me to work at home and do it well, but also I spend time on reading Bible and talk to my Lord. Heartly greetings!Nadwrażliwiec https://www.blogger.com/profile/00793189053691447662noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8901842915517693862.post-23966953942860205332011-10-21T13:44:06.169-07:002011-10-21T13:44:06.169-07:00I think I am both Mary and Martha. I love my quie...I think I am both Mary and Martha. I love my quiet time with the Lord. And also work very hard sometimes so much so, I don't get my exercise or eat right. When I'm centered on Him the day goes much better : ) Great post!Karen Kyle Ericsonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10519939237365240288noreply@blogger.com