The Women in Jesus' Life: Mary and Martha Part 3 by Dr. Rod Mattoon

About this sermon

In PART THREE of this message about Jesus’ relationship with Mary and Martha, we find that Lazarus has died and Jesus made plans to return to Bethany. This region was near Jerusalem which was hostile toward Christ. In spite of the danger, Jesus was on a mission. Duty drove Deity to deal decisively with the death of a devoted, dear friend. From the darkness of Lazarus' death and from the tears of Mary and Martha, trouble and trauma will bring forth comfort and confidence from the Lord Jesus Christ and friends. If you have ever felt like the Lord failed you or if you have ever become frustrated because the Lord did not do what you expected, then you will be able to relate to this story and find truth that will hopefully be comforting to your soul. Have you ever lived in the shadow of the death of a love one? Have you yourself ever lived on the edge of the canyon on death, on the thin line that separates the living from the dead? Have you stayed behind at the cemetery long after the others have departed, staring in disbelief at the casket that has the body that contained the soul of the one you cannot believe is gone? Standing on the edge of the canyon of death has a way bringing life into focus. It helps us to discern what matters and is important and what is not. In this message we look at what took place in Jewish culture during the time of Jesus. What took place after the death of a loved one? We also find comfort and hope from Jesus’ message of the resurrection of those who have trusted in Him for salvation. This message was preached on Sunday morning, August 11, 2024, at Lincoln Land Baptist Church.

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• Jesus Christ