Martha and Mary: Friends of Jesus

by Arlene C. Rourke and Now you Can Read Bible Stories....

A Now you Can Read Bible Stories.... Sunday School Christian Children's Bible Book

Summary

Retells the Biblical story of the two sisters: Martha and Mary and how their separate demonstrations of their love for Jesus resulted in the anointing of his feet with oil.

Overview / Synopsis

Martha and Mary: Friends of Jesus by Arlene C. Rourke retells the biblical story of the two sisters from Bethany and their friendship with Jesus Christ. Aimed at children, the book uses simple language and illustrations to recount the different ways the sisters showed their love for Jesus and the important lessons he taught them.

The Now you Can Read Bible Stories branding is a phenomenal Christian kids book series for young readers.

The Synopsis Covers Two Key Events Involving the Sisters:

The visit with Mary and Martha: When Jesus visits their home, Martha is busy with preparations and becomes frustrated with her sister, Mary, for simply sitting and listening to Jesus. Jesus gently tells Martha that Mary has chosen what is better by taking time to be with him.

The anointing of Jesus' feet: The book culminates with the separate and distinct demonstrations of the sisters' love, which includes the well-known event of Jesus' feet being anointed. This reflects the close and personal friendship the siblings had with Jesus.

Book Data

• ISBN-13: 9780866253215
• ISBN-10: 0866253211
• Language: English
• Author: Arlene C Rourke
• Book Binding: Hardcover
• Publisher: Rourke Publications / Now you Can Read Bible Stories....
• Published: 1986

Martha and Mary: Friends of Jesus | Arlene C. Rourke