My thoughts/review of “Made Like Martha – Good News for the Woman Who Gets Things Done” by Katie M. Reid
I recently finished my friend’s first book. Wow. Such a neglected topic. I found portions of her book speaking directly to my got-to-finish-this-one-last-thing heart in both a poignant and encouraging way.
So many things to do…always. I’m sharing my heart here…and yesterday’s list (as proof).
I had an evening free up late last week, and I was excited to have the unexpected hours to read. Every chance I got, I was reading this book. A rare thing, my friends.
If you have often identified more with Martha (than her sister, Mary), then, THIS book is for you.
One of my favorite area’s was in Chapter Two, entitled, The Worry-and-Worship Conflict. This chapter tagged me right where I live.
I have noticed my worry growing over the past few years (it was on my radar). I am so thankful to Katie for addressing it beautifully for me (thank you, heavenly Father, for reaching out to me through my friend).
It starts on (approximately) page 28 (I am reading an advanced copy, so it may be on a nearby page).
Here’s just a taste….
- Recount the characteristics of God – I love the scripture Katie used here as an example.
- Recall specific promises of God – Don’t be tempted to throw in the towel.
- Remember God’s faithfulness in the past – So good. I have so many examples. You, too?
- Release the situation to God’s keeping – Her example here is great.
- Rest in who you are in Christ – Such a great reminder here – a must read.
There is so much good stuff waiting for us “Marthas” in this book. I haven’t gone through the Bible study portion yet. Maybe we can do it together (a little later in the year)?
Made Like Martha releases today, Tuesday, July 10. Get your copy now!
More about my friend, Katie M. Reid (who was featured on Ann Voskamp’s blog yesterday):
Katie M. Reid is a firstborn overachiever and a modern-day Martha. As an avid blogger, Katie provides posts, articles, letters, and other resources for try-hard women on an ongoing basis. She encourages others to unwind in God’s Presence–through her writing, as well as through her speaking–as they find grace in the unraveling life.
Katie has published articles with Huffington Post, Focus on the Family, iBelieve, Crosswalk, MOPS, (in)courage, God-sized Dreams, Purposeful Faith, Inspiring Families, and many other websites. She is also a contributing writer for iBelieve.com and Lightworkers.com and has been syndicated on ForEveryMom.com.
More about “Made Like Martha:”
Though she didn’t sit at Jesus’s feet like her sister Mary, biblical Martha was loved just as she was — and you are too. The new book, Made Like Martha, invites modern-day Marthas to sit down spiritually as they exchange try-hard striving for hope-filled freedom without abandoning their doer’s heart in the process. This practical resource is an invitation for overachievers to discover what it means to rest as God’s daughters without compromising their God-given design as doers.
Doers need to be affirmed in their innate design to do rather than sit, yet also be reminded that they don’t have to overdo it in order to be worthy. This book is not an exhortation to add or subtract things off your to-do list, but it is an invitation to embrace the “good” of the Good News. It’s an offer to step into your position as a daughter of God and to enjoy life as a doer.