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Martha's Story

My view of a Biblical event

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Comment from reconciled
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This isnt your only offering concerning Martha...your first inspired my own in a poem once upon a time.
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Without the Martha's of the world we'd all be in a welfare state...but...it was her to point out who prepared the most...not Someone else. I think that why the correction given...wonderful recollection. Love Michael

 Comment Written 24-May-2021


reply by the author on 24-May-2021
    Hi Michael, it is lovely to read your comments. Just like old times...Thanks!
Comment from Loren .
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This is so well written and historical fiction is not easily done. You have captured the essence of the story as presented in the Bible while expanding what must have been Martha's thoughts and anxious feelings. Loren

 Comment Written 13-May-2021


reply by the author on 24-May-2021
    Thank you for your lovely commets, Loren.
Comment from AnnaLinda
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Wow, Nancy...you have truly captured the character of Martha so well...I might be a Mary, but the Marthas are remembered.

Your writing skills are spot on and most appreciated by me in this memorable post.

Anna

 Comment Written 11-May-2021


reply by the author on 24-May-2021
    Thank you for reading this story, Anna.
Comment from Katherine M. (k-11)
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This is an admiable view of Martha's story that you have written. I think women, when they are hosting a meal are always extremely concerned with things of the world. It is interesting that you kept drawing attention to this. It brings a touch of realism to your story.

 Comment Written 25-Apr-2021


reply by the author on 25-Apr-2021
    Thank you Katherine.
Comment from muffinmama
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I am not all that familiar with the Bible, but based on the little I do know, Jesus would have been happy with anything Martha may have served. However, the fact that she went out of her way to assure a pleasant experience for her guests, puts her in the same league with countless others who plan and then host an event for friends and family. We all take a cue from Martha when we have company over, even if the company is not the son of God. And I think Jesus would approve of that approach.
Lovely story.

 Comment Written 25-Apr-2021


reply by the author on 25-Apr-2021
    Thank you for reading my story and for your gracious comments, story...
Comment from Rdfrdmom2
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This is one of my favorite New Testament stories because it reminds me I should always pay more attention to my relationship with my Savior than to anything this world has to offer. Good luck in the contest.

Rdfrdmom2

 Comment Written 24-Apr-2021


reply by the author on 25-Apr-2021
    Thank you for reading my short story and for your great comments about hospitality.
Comment from robyn corum
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Dear Mystery Writer,

I completely understand. I have two sisters-in-law and we cut up that they are Mary and Martha. They both stay busy, busy, busy, but one of them NEVER stops. EVER. We always call her Martha. (Actually do you remember Marcia, on Brady Bunch? For some reason, I call her 'Martha, Martha, MARTHA!')

My point is that I can relate. Fortunately, we all usually pitch in and get all the work done so we can then all rest and enjoy the time afterward. Thanks!

 Comment Written 24-Apr-2021


reply by the author on 24-Apr-2021
    Thank you, Robyn. I am delighted that you have your own Martha in the family. Thank you for pitching in.
Comment from Goodadvicechan
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You did a great job In Describing how Martha prepare for her visitor... you went through every details how she cleaned everything...although she might worry too much, that is human nature.
Thanks for sharing

 Comment Written 24-Apr-2021


reply by the author on 24-Apr-2021
    Thank you for reading my take on Martha's story.
Comment from Rosemary Everson1
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The story about Martha is heart warming. She makes the kneeded bread and is so excited to see Jesus of Nazareth. She is keeping the path clear so he doesn't step on stones with His holy sandals.

 Comment Written 23-Apr-2021


reply by the author on 23-Apr-2021
    Thank you for your kind words about Martha's story. I much appreciate it.
Comment from Meia (MESAYERS)
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Many will say Martha was too worried with the things of the world. People will say...Martha, it all come back to me, the Martha's in margaret atwood's the handmaids tale are bound to serve. This wonderful piece reminds me of
Martha's role and is a fantastic piece of writing good luck and well done kindest regards Meiaxxx

 Comment Written 23-Apr-2021


reply by the author on 23-Apr-2021
    Thank you for reading my work, meiaxxx