You're Late-Sermon at Hesston MB today
Opening: I hate being late. Raise your hands if you can relate. Most recent example: airport in Atlanta-arrived at gate 5 minutes before departure while plane was still sitting at the gate. Why do we hate being late? It affects our schedule or plan, It is inconvenient to us or others, and it means we are not in control. Today’s Scripture from John 11:17-37 reveals an example of when everyone is accusing Jesus of being late. Background- Jesus loved Mary, Martha, & Lazarus(11:5) He stayed two more days-why?-God’s glory (11:4) (Vs. 17-27) Jesus is the Resurrection and Life Vs. 17-19-Setting of story-Bethany, Jesus is four days late, many have gathered to comfort Martha and Mary Vs. 20-When Martha heard. . . she went out to meet Jesus & Mary stayed at home Martha’s personality Distracted by the preparations and busy-Luke 10:38-42 Martha served-John 12:2 The point is not to compare two sisters. Don’t be a Martha, be like Mary but...