Martha, The Unsung Hero – A Word by James W. Goll
DR. JAMES W. GOLL is the President of God Encounters Ministries, formerly known as Encounters Network, and has founded numerous ministries including Prayer Storm and Women on the Frontlines. For full bio you may visit: Godencounters.com Martha, The Unsung Hero - A Word by James W. Goll James W. Goll Email: [email protected] Sometimes, I think Martha in the Bible gets a bad rap! I am not saying that Jesus labeled Martha at all. Please hear me out. But I think we would be wise to avoid picking up and holding onto some of the dynamics in this potential sibling rivalry between Martha and Mary. Sometimes we insert ourselves into the narrative, and we can twist it, and subconsciously view Martha with a negative connotation. I want to take a moment and give you a positive perspective that may redeem Martha’s reputation. Because, over the years I have learned that Martha is an unsung hero. A Renewed Biblical View of Martha Let’s look at a couple of scriptures about Martha. I’m sure you know the statements, that “Mary chose the better part, that will not be taken away from her.” So, we rejoice over Jesus’ commendation over Mary! We each need those life changing intimate times with God. Sitting at the feet of Jesus. I am not at all speaking negatively or belittling being in the presence of Jesus. We all need more of that! In fact, I have attempted to champion the revelation that, “Time alone with God is not time wasted, but time gained!” However,...