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Family Matters:  Bible Study #1- Women of the Bible  |
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Cherime
True Blue Farmgirl
1222 Posts
Cherime
Wasilla
Alaska
USA
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 Posted - Oct 20 2010 : 09:57:28 AM
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Amen Claudia. Also at the cross the only male there was John. Only the women stayed regardless of the stares and jeers of the others. Mary may have felt unworthy, who knows. But Jesus deemed her worthy of his love and attention. Sure glad that He sees us all that way.
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buffypuff
True Blue Farmgirl
1183 Posts
Claudia
Deer Park
WA
USA
1183 Posts |
Posted - Oct 31 2010 : 4:00:12 PM
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It seems we have come to an empasse. I daily have a scripture sent via email from biblegateway. Weekly, they also have a newsletter study about the women of the Bible. Since we seem too busy to continue on our own, if you are interested, you can sign up for the women's study at:
http://www.biblegateway.com/newsletters/
Buffypuff/ Claudia
Farmgirl & Sister #870
"Half of success is the assurance of support along the way." cr
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jpbluesky
True Blue Farmgirl
6066 Posts
Jeannie
Florida
USA
6066 Posts |
Posted - Oct 31 2010 : 6:40:29 PM
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I hope that we can persevere and finish the scriptures that were listed on the first post. I love bible study, and tomorrow I will take us into the next scripture listed if you all want! Even though I did not begin this, I hope there are enough of us to finish it.
I love online bible inspirationals, and I get two of them daily, but I want to finish this. I think it is important. Love to you all!
Next: Is it John 11: 1-44 and John 12: 1-18? Those are a lot of verses, but we can do it!!
Farmgirl Sister # 31
www.blueskyjeannie.blogspot.com
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staci860
True Blue Farmgirl
838 Posts
Staci
Newville
PA
USA
838 Posts |
Posted - Nov 01 2010 : 11:06:57 AM
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I'm still here... I try to make time to read the nuggets you ladies post - haven't been able to post much though -life became unusually hectic over the past two weeks and I had computer issues at work and at home
One of the things I love about Mary Magdalene at the tomb- God chose a woman to be the first one to experience the Glory of the risen Lord. An imperfect woman, who in her time was probably not esteemed very highly. The possibilities for us are endless.
Blessings, staci FG# 973
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Joshua 24:15 - ...choose this day whom you will serve,...as for me and my house, we will serve the Lord.
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buffypuff
True Blue Farmgirl
1183 Posts
Claudia
Deer Park
WA
USA
1183 Posts |
Posted - Nov 01 2010 : 12:22:28 PM
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I'm here to continue Jeannie. I gleaned a lot of pearls through the ladies. I think God would be pleased that we would persevere to continue regardless of what is happening in our life. AND STACI, I have wondered how you were. Haven't seen you come across my screen. You are one of my favorite farmgirls and I'm glad to see you are back!!!
Buffypuff/ Claudia
Farmgirl & Sister #870
"Half of success is the assurance of support along the way." cr
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staci860
True Blue Farmgirl
838 Posts
Staci
Newville
PA
USA
838 Posts |
Posted - Nov 01 2010 : 12:50:42 PM
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Thanks Claudia, I have truly missed being around and appreciate your sweet words.
I got in a bit over my head lately but I'm coming back to the surface now. And studying God's Word with you ladies is something that helps keep me afloat. 
I'm ready when you are Jeannie - thanks for persevering.
Blessings, staci FG# 973
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Joshua 24:15 - ...choose this day whom you will serve,...as for me and my house, we will serve the Lord.
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knittinchick
True Blue Farmgirl
1854 Posts
Megan
Wisconsin
1854 Posts |
Posted - Nov 01 2010 : 4:05:01 PM
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I'm here! I want to make time to continue this. I take a theology class at school, and I love discussing without being afraid to voice my thoughts.
God's Blessings,
Megan aka Loretta Rae
At heart, I am both a sassy city girl and a down-home country gal.
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buffypuff
True Blue Farmgirl
1183 Posts
Claudia
Deer Park
WA
USA
1183 Posts |
Posted - Nov 01 2010 : 4:24:21 PM
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Well, is there any more thoughts on Mary Magdalene? I would think there might be some more to say about her from other areas of the gospels.
Buffypuff/ Claudia
Farmgirl & Sister #870
"Half of success is the assurance of support along the way." cr
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knittinchick
True Blue Farmgirl
1854 Posts
Megan
Wisconsin
1854 Posts |
Posted - Nov 02 2010 : 4:09:16 PM
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I have read the new passage whenever we're ready!
God's Blessings,
Megan aka Loretta Rae
At heart, I am both a sassy city girl and a down-home country gal.
The dictionary is the only place where success comes before work. |
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jpbluesky
True Blue Farmgirl
6066 Posts
Jeannie
Florida
USA
6066 Posts |
Posted - Nov 03 2010 : 04:31:11 AM
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Our new verses from the book of John are about Mary and Martha. Favorites! I have pondered the scriptures about these two women, because all my life, I have tended to be a Martha, and thought she got the short end of the stick. But each woman served Christ in her way, and the lesson I learned was that though we serve differently, we cannot expect others to serve in the way we do. Our gifts are different. These women were the sisters of Lazarus, whom Jesus raised from the dead, so you know that Jesus knew them all very well. Can you imagine what it would be like to be a personal friend of Jesus? Luke 10: 38-42 also tells us of Mary and Martha. One sister was brave enough to sit at his feet in a room of men, which was not the custom (culturally it was men only) but Jesus opens the way for women to sit and worhsip also by alllowing Mary to stay and listen.....and even perfume his feet....(feet got very dirty on the dusty paths then I imagine, and it was a wonderful thing to have them cleaned)... meanwhile Martha is trying to get a meal ready.....I can just put myself in her place. :)
Farmgirl Sister # 31
www.blueskyjeannie.blogspot.com
Psalm 51: 10-13 |
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knittinchick
True Blue Farmgirl
1854 Posts
Megan
Wisconsin
1854 Posts |
Posted - Nov 03 2010 : 06:15:39 AM
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Shirley Jean, first off, very nice reflection! I have to agree that all of us serve differently. God gives us all different gifts, and it's our job to cultivate these gifts in the right way to serve God. I also think this shows that sometimes in order to serve, that sometimes we must push boundaries as Mary did by being in that room with Jesus.
God's Blessings,
Megan aka Loretta Rae
At heart, I am both a sassy city girl and a down-home country gal.
The dictionary is the only place where success comes before work. |
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buffypuff
True Blue Farmgirl
1183 Posts
Claudia
Deer Park
WA
USA
1183 Posts |
Posted - Nov 03 2010 : 10:01:35 AM
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I have had struggles with these two women all my adult life. Being born in the 40's and raised in a denomination where "works" were important in attaining heaven, I was a Martha to the core. Even the books I read had to have value...they just couldn't be frivolous. Geeeeeezzz. I felt sorry for Martha many times, as she was struggling to get things ready to eat, & Mary was slacking off any duty to get lunch ready. It irritated me that Jesus would say ...."Martha, Martha, you worry about many things, but Mary has chosen the better things" in Luke 10. The account in John speaks nothing of that, but emphasizes Mary, pouring the special oil on Jesus feet. As I have meditated on both women through the years, FOR ME.... we are to be both Martha & Mary. Martha was a doer, a giver, a worker. Mary, in a different way, was a lover, a receiver. Personally, it was always easier for me to give, but had a hard time receiving...anything. Maybe I felt unworthy, not sure. But Jesus asks for us to accept Him, follow Him, receive His Holy Spirit and other gifts from Him...especially the gift of salvation. Doing follows because we have received...not just because it is a duty or expected. Not sure that I made myself clear, but my wish is to RECEIVE (like Mary) the life and gifts Jesus has for me, and then to DO (like Martha) the work He has for me to do.
Buffypuff/ Claudia
Farmgirl & Sister #870
"Half of success is the assurance of support along the way." cr
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knittinchick
True Blue Farmgirl
1854 Posts
Megan
Wisconsin
1854 Posts |
Posted - Nov 03 2010 : 4:59:30 PM
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Claudia, thank you for your perspective. That was beautiful.
God's Blessings,
Megan aka Loretta Rae
At heart, I am both a sassy city girl and a down-home country gal.
The dictionary is the only place where success comes before work. |
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staci860
True Blue Farmgirl
838 Posts
Staci
Newville
PA
USA
838 Posts |
Posted - Nov 04 2010 : 12:11:27 PM
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I like that Claudia - not sure you could have said it any better.
I, too always felt like a Martha.
Doing, doing - "well, for heaven's sake, if we all just sit around, nothing'll get done." : ) ** That's a direct quote from my busy brain a time or two.**
The thing I always envied - Mary's peace. Often there seems to be so little of that in my life and when I do try to take the time to sit and listen for my master, I'm overwhelmed with feelings of guilt. And I know that is not from God.
I think my Martha side and Mary side are getting ready for a battle and I need your prayers ladies. My husband just found out yesterday that he won't be needed at his job at year's end. I know God has us in His hands and has an awesome plan for us. But "Martha" wants to runs ahead and find answers to all the things that will come out of this. I want "Mary" to win and allow God to lead us. I need PATIENCE and my faith needs to grow. So, I would deeply appreciate your prayers. I'm heading into another extremely busy week/weekend so I may not be "here" as much as I'd like 'til after my craft show on the 13th but I'd love your prayers over that as well. That I would have ease and joy in baking and crafting for that and prosperous sales.
thank you all-
Blessings, staci FG# 973
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Joshua 24:15 - ...choose this day whom you will serve,...as for me and my house, we will serve the Lord.
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Cherime
True Blue Farmgirl
1222 Posts
Cherime
Wasilla
Alaska
USA
1222 Posts |
Posted - Nov 04 2010 : 1:39:40 PM
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It has always seemed to me that Martha is like my head and knows that He is lord and all will be well on the other side. Mary on the other hand represents my heart which throws itself at His feet and weeps longing to be closer to him.
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buffypuff
True Blue Farmgirl
1183 Posts
Claudia
Deer Park
WA
USA
1183 Posts |
Posted - Nov 04 2010 : 3:31:53 PM
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Both to Staci and Cherime...I wrote you both in other places...it is often so hard to let go and lose control of the reins. Really, we have never had them in the first place. Same with Mary & Martha. In the scripture we were to read about M, M & Lazarus, Martha says that she knows that her brother will rise from the dead....later...if He had been there...Lazarus wouldn't have died. Mary said the same thing. Things looked bad. Our situations look bad...ours and both yours Staci & Cherime. Neither sister, for the moment could believe that Jesus was "in" the situation with them, and that He had a purpose. May we pray to see, that God knows all, is with us in all, & allows all for His purposes...our good & His glory.
Buffypuff/ Claudia
Farmgirl & Sister #870
"Half of success is the assurance of support along the way." cr
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jpbluesky
True Blue Farmgirl
6066 Posts
Jeannie
Florida
USA
6066 Posts |
Posted - Nov 04 2010 : 5:26:19 PM
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Staci - praying that your Martha side can help your hubby with the everyday details as you face your current challenge and that your Mary side can be of support to him and be at his feet making him feel worthy. I will pray that he finds another job soon and that all will be well.
Farmgirl Sister # 31
www.blueskyjeannie.blogspot.com
Psalm 51: 10-13 |
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Cherime
True Blue Farmgirl
1222 Posts
Cherime
Wasilla
Alaska
USA
1222 Posts |
Posted - Nov 04 2010 : 7:37:06 PM
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Humankind is always trying to stay in control. I always try to keep the thought that when we are weak he is strong uppermost in my mind and heart. Claudia you are correct that it is hard to let go but let go and let Him we must if we are to see His goodness and the marvelous wonders that only He can perform.
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knittinchick
True Blue Farmgirl
1854 Posts
Megan
Wisconsin
1854 Posts |
Posted - Nov 06 2010 : 09:59:53 AM
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Staci, you will be in my prayers.
I think that as I'm just starting to find my grounding in the world, I will need to keep my Martha and Mary side in check. I think though, that I've always been taught to keep them in balance. My fifth grade teacher always said that faith without action is not faith, but that just action is not faith. I think know that she was trying to tell us to keep our Mary and Martha sides in balance!
God's Blessings,
Megan aka Loretta Rae
At heart, I am both a sassy city girl and a down-home country gal.
The dictionary is the only place where success comes before work. |
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jpbluesky
True Blue Farmgirl
6066 Posts
Jeannie
Florida
USA
6066 Posts |
Posted - Nov 06 2010 : 2:52:33 PM
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Wow, sounds like you had a fabulous 5th grade teacher. I wish all children could have teachers like that!
Farmgirl Sister # 31
www.blueskyjeannie.blogspot.com
Psalm 51: 10-13 |
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prayin granny
True Blue Farmgirl
1874 Posts
Linda
Kansas
1874 Posts |
Posted - Nov 07 2010 : 06:44:57 AM
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I have been out of the loop for quite awhile. Want to read all I missed! May I jump back in? Claudia, I loved what you shared and feel a lot the same way! I think, so often it is hard to strike a balance between the two? We need to take the time, first and most important, to reflect and have our quiet, learning time with God! Yet, things in the practical have to get done. Being there for family and friends is important too! Perhaps a lot of the Lord's chastising is their 'heart' attitudes, which of course He sees in all of us. I think most of us, if we are honest with ourselves, often try to do the busy stuff in life, as perfect as we can, to make ourselves proud and to look good? Rather than trying to do each task as pleasing unto Him alone? I know this is something I have thought about a lot lately. Who are we really trying to please and why? Blessings, Linda http://www.scatteredlittleblessings.blogspot.com
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knittinchick
True Blue Farmgirl
1854 Posts
Megan
Wisconsin
1854 Posts |
Posted - Nov 07 2010 : 12:08:04 PM
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Shirley Jean, she really was a good religion teacher! I still have a good theology teacher, now in high school.
God's Blessings,
Megan aka Loretta Rae
At heart, I am both a sassy city girl and a down-home country gal.
The dictionary is the only place where success comes before work. |
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jpbluesky
True Blue Farmgirl
6066 Posts
Jeannie
Florida
USA
6066 Posts |
Posted - Nov 07 2010 : 4:34:02 PM
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Megan - what a blessing, and more so because you realize it right now and not years down the road!! God bless you, sweetie.
Farmgirl Sister # 31
www.blueskyjeannie.blogspot.com
Psalm 51: 10-13 |
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knittinchick
True Blue Farmgirl
1854 Posts
Megan
Wisconsin
1854 Posts |
Posted - Nov 07 2010 : 4:42:38 PM
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Thanks Shirley Jean! God bless everyone here on this forum!
God's Blessings,
Mgean aka Loretta Rae
At heart, I am both a sassy city girl and a down-home country gal.
The dictionary is the only place where success comes before work. |
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buffypuff
True Blue Farmgirl
1183 Posts
Claudia
Deer Park
WA
USA
1183 Posts |
Posted - Nov 17 2010 : 12:20:04 PM
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Hi you girls. I feel like my Martha has taken over since I have not been here to see if there are any posts. are we getting too busy with the holidays? I really would like to continue this until it is complete. what do you think?
Buffypuff/ Claudia
Farmgirl & Sister #870
"Half of success is the assurance of support along the way." cr
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Family Matters: Bible Study #1- Women of the Bible |
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Bible Study #1- Women of the Bible
