Three random fictitious conversations between Martha and Esther about Womanhood. That might have taken place at various times in history… But did not!
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Three random fictitious conversations between Martha and Esther about Womanhood. That might have taken place at various times in history… But did not!
Martha: Hi Esther! How’s it going?
Esther: Greetings! It’s going well, thank you. How about you, Martha?
Martha: Pretty busy, as usual. Just trying to keep up with the household chores. I feel like I’m always scrubbing something.
Esther: Oh, I know how that feels. I may be a queen, but my palace is never clean enough. Speaking of womanhood, we have it tough, don’t we?
Martha: Haha, yes. You have to rule an entire land while I just have to keep my family’s clothes clean. But really, we do have to be strong to handle all the pressure we face as women.
Esther: Absolutely. We may come from different times, but we share the same struggles. That’s the thing about womanhood – it’s not easy but it’s worth it.
Martha: That’s so true. You know, I always look to the Bible for guidance on how to be a good homemaker.
Esther: And I look to the Bible for guidance on how to be a good queen. Did you know that my story is also in the Bible?
Martha: Yes, of course! You risked your life to save your people from destruction. That’s incredible.
Esther: Thank you, Martha. But you have your own incredible story. You work tirelessly to provide for your family and make your home a safe and welcoming place.
Martha: Thanks, Esther. It’s not always glamorous, but I take pride in my work. And I think that’s the moral of the story – no matter what we do, we should do it with pride and diligence, and remember that we are all equal in the eyes of God.
Esther: Exactly. We may have different roles in life, but we all have the same value and worth. Let’s keep on working hard and supporting each other, no matter what.
Martha: Esther, I believe a woman’s place is in the home, taking care of her family and her home.
Esther: Well, Martha, I believe a woman’s place is wherever she wants to be, including ruling a kingdom.
Martha: But don’t you think being a homemaker and taking care of your family is the most important job for a woman?
Esther: Of course, that is an important job, but it is not the only job a woman can be good at. Women can be just as excellent rulers as men.
Martha: But being a homemaker provides a stable environment for the family. Can a queen do that for her people?
Esther: Of course! I take care of my people just like a mother takes care of her children. And not to mention, I also have the power of armies to protect them.
Martha: Yes, but a homemaker can make a house a home.
Esther: A queen can make a kingdom a home. Plus, I don’t have to do the dishes.
Martha: But don’t you miss out on the joys of being a mother and a wife?
Esther: Martha, why can’t a woman have it all? I am a queen, a mother, and a wife. And let me tell you, being a queen gets me some pretty sweet perks.
Martha: I don’t know, Esther. It sounds like a lot of work.
Esther: Oh, trust me, Martha. Being a homemaker is a lot of work too. But either way, as long as we are doing something that we love and bringing joy to those around us, that’s all that matters.
Martha: You know what, Esther? I think we can both agree that being a woman is awesome, no matter what path we choose.
Esther: Absolutely, Martha. And let’s face it, we are pretty darn good at whatever we do.
Martha and Esther laugh and hug, showing that although they may have different viewpoints, they can still come together in friendship and mutual respect for each other.
Let’s do “Twenty Questions!”
Martha: I’ll start. Is it an object?
Esther: No.
Martha: Is it a concept?
Esther: Yes.
Martha: Is it related to biology?
Esther: Yes.
Martha: Is it related to reproduction?
Esther: Yes.
Martha: Is it related to menstruation?
Esther: Yes.
Martha: Is it a stage of life?
Esther: Yes.
Martha: Is it being a teenager?
Esther: No.
Martha: Is it being an adult?
Esther: Yes.
Martha: Is it motherhood?
Esther: No.
Martha: Is it related to menopause?
Esther: Yes.
Martha: Is it the end of the reproductive cycle?
Esther: Yes.
Martha: Is it menopause itself?
Esther: Yes!
Martha: Great job, Esther. Your turn.
Esther: Is it a societal expectation?
Martha: Yes.
Esther: Is it related to domestic duties?
Martha: Yes.
Esther: Is it womanhood?
Martha: Yes, it is! You guessed it in only three questions.
Esther: Women are expected to perform certain domestic duties and take care of their family. It’s important for us to recognize and value the work that women do in the home.
Martha, the sister of Lazarus and Mary, is one of the well-known women in the New Testament. She is often remembered for her hospitality and service, opening her home to Jesus and his disciples. Martha was known to be hardworking and dedicated to serving others, often busy with various tasks.
In Luke 10:38-42, Martha is featured as being anxious and stressed while hosting Jesus and His disciples. She is preoccupied with details and cares instead of resting and enjoying the company of Jesus. Jesus gently reminds her that there is much to be gained in listening to Him and being at peace in His presence.
Martha’s deep faith in Jesus is displayed when her brother Lazarus falls ill and dies. In John 11:1-44, Martha shows her faith in Jesus’ power to raise Lazarus from the dead, stating that she believes in Him as the Son of God.
Martha’s life serves as an example of humble service and faith in Christ, and her story reminds us to focus on the most important things in life – loving God and serving others.
Esther was a Jewish queen in ancient Persia who courageously stood up for her people and saved them from destruction. Born as Hadassah, Esther was orphaned and raised by her cousin, Mordecai. She was chosen to become the queen of Persia after winning a beauty contest, although her identity as a Jew was hidden.
Despite the danger of revealing her true identity, Esther bravely approached the king and revealed the evil plot of his advisor, Haman, to annihilate the Jews. Through her boldness and faith in God, Esther was able to sway the king’s heart and save the lives of her people.
Esther’s story is a powerful testament to the faithfulness of God, who uses unlikely heroes to accomplish his purposes. As it says in Esther 4:14, “…who knows whether you have come to the kingdom for such a time as this?” Through Esther’s obedience and trust in God, she played a pivotal role in the salvation of her people and in the fulfillment of God’s plan for the world.
As a Christian, I believe that womanhood is a gift from God. It is a unique and precious aspect of our creation, and one that carries great responsibility. We were created to nurture, to care for others, and to embody the qualities of love, compassion, and grace.
At the same time, we should never forget that our identity should be rooted in Christ rather than in our gender. We should look to Him as our ultimate example of what it truly means to be human, and strive to imitate His selflessness, humility, and devotion.
Ultimately, our femininity should be seen as a reflection of God’s character – not as a limitation, but as a source of strength and beauty. We should embrace and celebrate our unique qualities as women, while always remembering that our true worth and identity come from Christ alone.
Have fun creating a conversation between two Bible characters. One in the Old Testament and one in the New Testament and see what happens!