Rev Kristin McAtee 3/16/2025 Faith and Works - First Baptist Church of Columbia, MO
Mar 16, 2025
Summary
The familiar story of Martha and Mary is often used to create two descriptions of believers: worker bee and faithful contemplative. This is a shallow explanation for the story of two brave, independent sisters. Each one is practicing her faith in modern and wonderful ways. Martha, in her doing of good works, has been distracted by her own ideals of that work. The work has overtaken its own purpose, to serve her guest generously and kindly. Jesus calls Martha, and us, back to works built on faith.
Detail
Everything [in] Between: Faith and Works
Scripture: Luke 10:38-42
Summary: The familiar story of Martha and Mary is often used to create two descriptions of believers: worker bee and faithful contemplative. This is a shallow explanation for the story of two brave, independent sisters. Each one is practicing her faith in modern and wonderful ways. Martha, in her doing of good works, has been distracted by her own ideals of that work. The work has overtaken its own purpose, to serve her guest generously and kindly. Jesus calls Martha, and us, back to works built on faith.
Keywords: Martha, Mary, distracted, faith, works