Adoration: Mary of Bethany- The Untold Story
Have you ever read a book that took your breath away with the freshness of its perspective? That is how I responded to Adoration by Martha Kilpatrick. It is an astonishing portrayal of Mary of Bethany.Just about the time I think I have heard it all, the Lord uses someone to resuscitate my lagging insight. I have always believed that Mary chose the better part when she deliberately sat at the feet of Jesus, yet I also credit Martha with a productive contribution. But after reading Adoration I realized I missed the point. For example, the author states:To make a noisy display of your labors is to perform for the audience of humanity.Ouch! Martha is not the only who has done that...I have too. More times than I care to mention I have tooted my own horn or whined about others' lack of appreciation of my efforts.Here is another line from Adoration that really struck a cord:Work is the sorry god whose reward is strangely empty. It never pays the wage of love that is anticipated.How true! It is like pulling up a bucket from an empty well.This is a small book with powerful content. I find myself returning to it again and again.If you are looking for a meaty offering or want a study that is worthy of group discussion, Adoration will fill your hours, and your heart. --Patsy Clairmont