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What does the story of Martha and Mary reaching out to Jesus when their brother dies teach us about discipleship?
One of the main things we are taught is not to back away from God when something terrible comes into our life. There is only one God and we need to cling to Him in what ever way our lives take us. We are not to go to other "god's" (and there are none) but continue to follow the LORD. Only He can see us to the end here on earth and take us into His heavenly Kingdom.
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When did Jesus first visit Mary and Martha?
Answer The Gospel according to John records Jesus visiting Martha and Mary on two occasions: the first was after the death of their brother, Lazarus (John 11:1) and the second was the week before Passover (John 12:1). Upon considering how Jesus reacted to the death of Lazarus (He wept and people remarked how much Jesus loved Lazarus) it is quite safe to assume that Jesus was well known to the family and had visited on previous occasions.
What is discipleship?
Discipleship is the practice by which someone is followed and their doctrine is spread. Assuming you are asking this in a biblical context, discipleship is the practice of following Jesus, and thus encouraging others to follow him as well. It is the way by which his teachings and his doctrine are spread to the world. More specifically, being a disciple is about holding to Jesus' teachings, and falls synonymous to the word 'discipline'. Christians were first called Christians because the disciples were like Christ.
Who were the two sisters that were close friends to Jesus?
Mary and Martha were two sisters who were close friends of Jesus. They are mentioned in the New Testament, particularly in the story where Martha welcomes Jesus into her home while Mary sits at his feet listening to his teachings.
Where did Saint Martha work?
Saint Martha is traditionally known as a biblical figure and a saint in Christian tradition. She is often associated with being Martha of Bethany, the sister of Mary and Lazarus, who welcomed Jesus into her home and served him. There is no specific mention of her occupation in historical texts.
Was St. Martha married?
Yes, St. Martha is traditionally believed to have been unmarried. She is known for her dedication to serving Jesus and her siblings, Mary and Lazarus.
What describes the call to discipleship?
to follow Jesus in his mission, joy, and sufferings
Who was the brother of Mary and Martha who was raised by Jesus from the dead?
Mary did have a brother and his name was Edward the 6th
How were jesus' miracles related to his mission?
Jesus miracles were in one way related to his mission of discipleship to the human race.
What is Christian discipleship?
The Christian Disciplenship are the students of Jesus during his ministry. They are found in the new testament. They did missions for Jesus and the church.
Which friends of Jesus lived in Jerusalem?
Martha: a woman who, with her family, provided hospitality for Jesus and his disciplesMary: Martha's sister, who was a thinker rather than a doerLazarus: Lazarus, their brother, who died and was raised to life by JesusThese three people seem to have provided a home for Jesus and his disciples when he was in Jerusalem
Is lazarus a good person?
Laazrus the brother of Martha was a good man, otherwise Jesus would not have been his friend or loved him.
When Jesus visited Martha and Mary who complained?
Martha
Who was lazarus and what happened to him?
He was the brother of Mary and Martha. He died, but then he got better. (He had some help... Mary, Martha, and Lazarus were friends of Jesus.) There is another unrelated Lazarus in a parable told by Jesus. He was a rich man. He also died, but he didn't get better. In fact, he spent eternity in torment.
Why did Jesus say "Martha, Martha" in the Bible?
In the Bible, Jesus said "Martha, Martha" to show his concern for Martha's distractions and worries, and to gently remind her to focus on what is truly important, which is spending time with him and listening to his teachings.
Was Jesus the cousin of Lazarus?
Almost certainly not. Scripture makes it clear where relations of Jesus exist; we are told that Elizabeth, the mother of John the Baptist was a 'relation' (some say cousin) of Mary the mother of Jesus making Jesus and John possibly cousins or second cousins. Scripture also tells of Jesus' brothers and sisters (children Mary had after Jesus was born), but nowhere does it even hint that Mary, Martha and Lazarus were related to Jesus. If they were, it seems unthinkable that, in the many references to them and their home at Bethany, no mention was made of such a relationship. We are told that Mary and Martha were sisters and that Lazarus was their brother, but that is all.
When did Saint Martha die?
It is not known how St. Martha died. She was the sister of Mary of Bethany. You can read about her in the Bible (Luke & John). She prepared a meal for Jesus and his disciples then went to Jesus and complained Mary did nothing while she had to do all the work. Jesus reminded her that Mary had chosen 'the best part.' St. Martha was at the tomb of her brother Lazarus. She has great faith that her brother will rise again in the resurrection on the last day and Jesus confirms this. The cult of St. Martha started approximately in the year 1200. No one knows where or how she died or if it was a martyr's death or a natural one. She is the patroness for whom Jesus was like family and therefore, a powerful one in the presence of God because she took care of the hungry and the followers of Jesus knew her as the Patroness of housewives, waiters and waitresses.
How did the sisters respond to Jesus when He arrived at their home?
I suppose by "the sisters" you mean Mary and Martha. Which time? He went there at least twice. Once there was a gathering and Mary was sitting listening to Jesus while Martha was doing preparations. Another time was when their brother Lazarus died. Martha went to meet Jesus while He was on the way. Mary was called to come see Him. You can take both of their comments as somewhat of a rebuke to Jesus. Some see the comments as strong faith.
