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Tag Archives: Mary and Martha
How can someone die and never die?
When Martha went to meet Jesus, after her brother, Lazarus, has died, she told Jesus that she believed confidently in the general resurrection of all people. Martha’s faith in resurrection is similar to many people today, who believe confidently in … Continue reading
Posted in Death and hell, The Cross
Tagged death, John 11:25, Lazarus, Mary and Martha, Romans 1:32, Romans 6:23, second death
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The road to ministry burnout
I have been a vicar for 22 months. When I arrived from a great curacy I was spiritually close to the Lord, physically healthy and emotionally robust. After 15 months in post I was suffering signs of stress; poor sleep, … Continue reading
Posted in church leadership
Tagged crucifixion, Mary and Martha, Ministry Burnout, mortification, Prayer, prayerlessness, Rob Parsons, unholiness, Valley of Vision
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Transforming Grace 