Martha, a woman of action
My name is Martha, although many people get my sister Mary and I mixed up, often calling one the other’s name, we are such strong individuals it’s not hard to tell us apart. She and I have had a pretty difficult couple of weeks, and it has affected us in different ways. We live with our brother Lazarus, and he has been quite sick with fever. Mary has a more spiritual side, she is reserved and although she helped with Lazarus’ care, she spent a lot of time just holding his hand and praying. I prayed too but being busy makes me feel more in control and safer, so I busied myself with his physical care and needs. About a week ago it looked as if Lazarus would pass from this earth so, Mary and I agreed it was time to send for Jesus. We heard from a traveler who ran into him that he is coming. I hope he will make it in time; Jesus has a way of getting distracted by people; true they do need him, and he is not one to waste time, but right now Lazar...