Lately, I've been reading "The Women of Easter" by Liz Curtis Higgs, and this book has gently stirred my heart is such a sweet way.
It has made me think about the women who stood near Jesus in His final days....(Mary of Bethany, Mary Magdalene, and Mary of ..the mother of Jesus). Women who didn't always understand what was unfolding, but they stayed anyway. They showed up. They watched and they wept..THEY LOVED!
I dare not compare myself to them, however, sometimes, I don't fully understand what God is doing either.
Sometimes I'm standing in moments that feel uncertain, or heavy, or even heartbreaking. But like those women, I'm learning that faith isn't always about having answers.
Mary of Bethany...She was the one who sat at His feet when others were busy. She was the one who poured out expensive perfume, not even caring what anyone thought. Her love was bold, unashamed, and deeply personal. She reminds me that worship isn't about perfection...it is about presence.
Mary Magdalene....She was a woman with a past. A story that could have defined her, but didn't. Jesus changed her life and Mary never forgot it. Her life whispers to me that no matter where I have been, redemption writes a new story.
Mary, the mother of Jesus....I honestly can not imagine what she felt in her heart. She carried Him, she raised Him, and she watched Him suffer. Mary was a mother whose love stood face to face with unimaginable pain. Her quiet strength speaks volumes.
This is a very good book and perfect for this Easter Season.
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Sam has treatment today which means I will be away from my computer until after lunch. We still have not heard from the CT Scan...It will most likely be next Wednesday when we see his oncologist.
Happy Friday...Sending you happy vibes with a little sparkle today!
I hope Sam's treatment goes well today and will not be too exhausting.
ReplyDeletePrayers for the treatment and for both of you as you deal with all it involves. One thing about these women in Jesus life, is they were just like we are. Imperfect. they whined, and tattled just like we do... but still they stood, stayed, loved.
ReplyDeleteHappy Friday to you too!
ReplyDeleteThe Mary's in Jesus' life.....I'm familiar with them all, and I've gotten to know them through the years. I love them all. I especially love Mary, the Mother of Jesus, and say the Rosary daily. She is very dear to me and my family. I hope Sam's treatment goes well today, Shug. As always, I whisper a prayer for him and you on these most difficult days. love you.
ReplyDeleteThey stayed. (!!!) Oh Shug, how your book review touches my heart! I'm putting it on my list. (Would you mind if I share this post with my Bible study friends?)
ReplyDeleteHolding you and Sam in my thoughts and prayers!
Praying for Sam and you and family.
ReplyDeleteThank you for the book review. This is the kind of post we would love to have on The Christian Lounge. https://thechristianlounge4u.blogspot.com/
God bless.