Welcome to the blog tour for the gift edition of Having a Mary Heart in a Martha World!
The tour will run June 16th through the 27th!
A new outfit can make a girl smile -- especially if it's extra beautiful! After publishing Having a Mary Heart in a Martha World: Finding Intimacy with God in the Busyness of Life for seven years in paperback, Waterbrook Press is celebrating their tenth anniversary by giving my book a facelift. And I must say, those two sisters from Bethany are looking mighty fine!
The new gift edition is in hard cover and has a lovely two-color interior design. While the text remains the same, I think you'll enjoy the gentle art that welcomes you in with soft colors and soothing spaces, as well as the pages in the back for journaling what God is teaching you.
Thank you for allowing me into your life through the pages of a book. It is a wonderful privilege, and one I don't take lightly. Until we meet at Jesus' feet, dear sister of mine, keep choosing the "Better Part!"
To celebrate the release, we'll be giving away 7 copies of Having a Mary Heart in a Martha World...all you have to do is leave a comment on this blog.
And if you've read the book already -- leave me a comment telling me which chapter was your favorite...and why! I'll choose 7 winners (randomly) to receive a copy of my latest re-release of With This Ring! You can read more about that book here!
Contest goes to June 30th and we'll announce the winners on July 7th!6/16
Mellissa at Wonder Mommy
http://wondermommy.wordpress.com/2008/06/16/having-a-mary-heart-in-a-martha-world-blog-tour/
This is a must read for all women that live in today’s world. We are striving to find our relationship with the Lord without feeling inadequate. It is hard for us to find a way to serve the Lord in this hectic life. Miss Weaver helps us find the way in this book; we can serve like Mary in this Martha World. I highly recommend this book to all.
Mary at Home Steeped Hope
http://homesteepedhope.com/2008/06/16/blog-tour-having-a-mary-heart-in-a-martha-world/
I was raised by a Mary-heart! And I’m such a Martha. This non-fiction gift edition spoke to my heart, whispered to me of “living room intimacy with God”, “fruitful living”, the wisdom and desirability of keeping God at the center of my busy life, how to work through the “Lazarus Moments” of life…I highly highly recommend it to you all, may it re-awaken your soul as it has mine.
Camy at Camy’s Loft
http://camys-loft.blogspot.com/2008/06/book-giveaway-having-mary-heart-in.html
With her fresh approach to the familiar Bible story, Joanna Weaver shows how all of us–Marys and Marthas alike–can draw closer to our Lord: deepening our devotion, strengthening our service, and doing both with less stress and greater joy.
Cara at Cara’s Musings
http://carasmusings.blogspot.com/2008/06/having-mary-heart-in-martha-world.html
Then Having a Mary Heart in a Martha World arrived in the mail. I didn' t have an excuse to wonder about the book. Now I could pick it up and read through it -- see what it had to offer. I haven't finished it yet, but I am savoring it. The book is balanced on the Mary/Martha question , and the author actually shows how Martha did gain a Mary side without losing what made her Martha.
Jennifer at So Many Books, So Little Time
http://somanybooksblog.blogspot.com/2008/06/having-mary-heart-in-martha-world.html
Katrina at Callapidder Days
http://www.callapidderdays.com/2008/06/blog-tour-having-mary-heart-in-martha.html
Having a Mary Heart in a Martha World is easy to read, yet packed with truth that can be life-changing. As I read through it, I found myself encouraged and challenged anew to accept Jesus' invitation to choose "the better part" -- pursuing deeper intimacy with him.
6/17
Amy at In Pursuit of Proverbs 31
http://www.inpursuitofproverbs31.com/2008/06/mary-heart-in-martha-world-review.html
I couldn't put the book down. The message is biblical, the concepts are practical, and the way it is written is very personable and you can very easily relate to her.
Angie at God Uses Broken Vessels
http://godusesbrokenvessels.blogspot.com/2008/06/having-mary-heart-in-martha-world.html
Deborah at A Cup of Joy
http://acupofjoy.wordpress.com/2008/06/17/having-a-mary-heart-in-a-martha-world-by-joanna-weaver-shes-giving-away-7-copies/
I found it so encouraging, like a tall, cool, refreshing drink to a thirsty soul. Looking for a book that will minister to your heart and build your faith? Look no further.
6/18
Amy at Amy’s Random Thoughts
http://amychristopher.blogspot.com/2008/06/book-tour-and-review-having-marys-heart.html
I did not read the back or the inside, I just read and let me tell you, it rocked! It helps light a fire and helps increase your desire on being the person God created you to be, not necessarily who you want to be and who doesn't want that. Most of you know my personality. There is not one person I would not recommend this too.
Gina at Writer, Interrupted
http://ginaconroy.com/ginablog/wordpress/2008/06/18/having-a-mary-heart-in-martha-world-by-joanna-weaver/
What I like about this book is that it starts with the traditional story of Mary and Martha, but sheds new light on the two sisters. Whenever I read the story, I pictured Mary as a slacker and Martha having to pick up all the slack. But through Joanna Weavers words and my own study of Biblical times, I’ve come to realize that it’s more realistic for Mary to have started out helping in the kitchen, as was the woman’s custom. Though eventually she ended up at Jesus’ feet. Somewhere along the way from getting ready for company she made her way to Jesus’ side.
Heather at Mumblings of A Mommy Monk
http://mommymonk.blogspot.com/2008/06/having-mary-heart-in-martha-world.html
Mindy at Ponderings of the Heart
http://philippians4verse8.blogspot.com/2008/06/having-mary-heart-giveaway.html
When I was offered the chance to blog about this book, I jumped at the chance. I had never read it before but had heard wonderful things about it.
I was not disappointed! On the contrary, I feel like I have grown so much already and I still have a few more chapter's to go. The way that Joanna writes makes me feel like I am sitting at a table having a conversation with her. It is very easy to read and is full of great advice on how we Martha's can learn to choose the "better part" as Mary did and sit at Jesus' feet.
Melody at Kids, Cakes, Dishes, Laundry…in that order
http://www.kidscakesdisheslaundry.blogspot.com/
I needed this book like we need rain here deep in the heart 'o Texas. I'm not going to tell you that this book changed my life ('cause I actually have to, you know, make the changes my own self), but I will tell you that this book has opened my eyes to things I'd not seen before, and helped me understand some things that I had seen, but struggled to fully understand. I was truly amazed as I read this book how much I needed to read it...
6/19
Pam at Without Fear
http://withoutfear08.blogspot.com/2008/06/day-late-review-of-having-mary-heart-in.html
I was not disappointed. Conviction came, but so did applicable and practical knowledge. I didn't find condemnation. I found what God so liberally wants to pour out on all of us, not just "Martha's" . . . I found grace. There is hope for even me.
To be real honest, I haven't finished the book yet. It is not one to be read in an afternoon, but to be savored and chewed on (not literally), but one to take time to underline and process a bit at a time. I am enjoying that process thoroughly, and God has met me each and every time I have taken a moment to pick it up and delve in to what He is choosing to teach me through the words He gave Joanna. So I can wholeheartedly recommend Having a Mary Heart in a Martha World to anyone who wants to be changed. Just open the book. I am sure glad I did.
Laura at Texas Okie
http://texasokie.blogspot.com/2008/06/having-mary-heart-in-martha-world.html
In this book, Joanna Weaver invites us to join Christ even in our busy lives. She shows us how the Mary's and the Martha's are alike and how we can be a little bit of both. We can have a closer relationship with Jesus by deepening our devotion, strengthening our service and doing both with less stress and more joy.
Margaret at The Cappuccino Life
http://www.homeschoolblogger.com/cappuccinosmom/548227/
Joanna Weaver is an excellent writer and this book gets to the “heart” of the matter…keeping our heart attitude right in the midst of a frantic and care-laden world. I knew before I opened the book that I tend to be a Martha-I get all caught up in the activities of faith and life, and find it difficult to sit in quiet at the feet of my Lord. It’s not that I don’t try. But whenever I get settled, I find a reason to pop up-the kettle boils, the baby needs me, we’re having company in a few hours and I forgot to scrub the toilet…I am one who wants to do….all the time.
Jamie at Surviving the Chaos
http://survivingthechaos.blogspot.com/2008/06/having-mary-heart-in-martha-world-by.html
Personally I "enjoyed" "Lord, Don't You Care?" If you can call it enjoyment to look at the pages and know someone has been spying on your black heart. "What about me?" My envious little mind whines when everyone wants ice cream and I haven't sat down for my dinner yet. But I'm learning. Learning the three D's and I'm catching on. If I can just nip distraction in the bud (okay, so I'm not sure I can do that) I can avoid discouragement (let's say I nip this one in the bud instead) and keep the doubt out of my life. Ya think?
6/20
Tabitha at Making It Up As I Go Along
http://123pizza.org/blog/2008/06/20/having-a-mary-heart-in-a-martha-world-by-joanna-weaver/
There were things to be done and Mary wasn’t helping.
That was my view until I read this book. This was the first time it clicked for me. Martha didn’t have to be doing all that she was doing. Martha could have been sitting at Jesus’ feet also but chose to go over and beyond the call of duty.
Honestly, my favorite chapter is Chapter 1. That’s when I had my “A-ha!” moment. It started to make sense and the rest of the book escalated from that pivotal moment.
Gretchen at Inspire Me
http://dreamwriter07.blogspot.com/2008/06/having-mary-heart-in-martha-world-by.htmlThis book has been a part of my recent desire for spiritual growth to not just read my Bible, study it and pray, but to stop and listen to God - daily.
Leticia at My Daily Trek
http://leticiasworld.blogspot.com/2008/06/having-mary-heart-in-martha-world.html
This book really taught me so much about myself, my relationship with Jesus and how to have a better more meaningful relationship with Him.
Kelly at Love Well
http://lovewell.blogspot.com/2008/06/odds-and-ends-and-then-more-odds.html
I think that's because it resonates with every woman, no matter her circumstances, temperament or personality. We all struggle to balance our driven-by-achievement Martha with our longing-to-worship Mary. Joanna does a beautiful job of exploring the nuances of these sweet sisters and -- more importantly -- teaching us to incorporate their best qualities into our own lives.
LaShaunda at See Ya on the Net
http://lashaunda.blogspot.com/2008/06/having-mary-heart-in-martha-world-gift.html
6/21
Melodee at Actual Unretouched Photo
http://www.unretouchedphoto.com/2008/06/24/blog-tour-having-a-mary-heart-in-a-martha-world/
This book is lovely to look at, easy to read and chock full of encouragement and empathy. It includes a 12-week Bible study guide, making it ideal for individual and group study.
Laura at Lighthouse Academy
http://lighthouse-academy.blogspot.com/2008/06/having-mary-heart-in-martha-world.html
In this book, Joanna Weaver shows us that we can draw nearer to our Lord. With personal stories, short easy to read chapters, and a study guide, she teaches us how we can balance work with worship, a shows us a simple plan for a half-day of prayer.
I enjoyed reading HAVING A MARY HEART IN A MARTHA WORLD and really learned a lot from reading it. Like Martha I long to bask at Jesus’ feet, but life keeps me busy, so my relationship with Jesus sometimes took a back seat.
Elise at A Path Made Straight
http://mamahooper.blogspot.com/2008/06/having-mary-heart-in-martha-world.html
But as I dove into this restful book, my heart became calmer and more accepting about this busy life. So many chapters spoke again and again of the need for releasing worry, lowering expectations while still desiring excellence, and (best of all), living so that Jesus "sticks out all over"! (Sweet story on page 108)
Diane at Diane’s Place
http://lenadianejennings.blogspot.com/2008/06/book-review-having-mary-heart-in-martha.html
All in all a lovely book and well written. I plan to give my copy away soon, but not just yet. I'm still reading and soaking in some of the truths it lays out so eloquently. Look for the giveaway in a week or so.
6/23
Billie at Hearing the Music Amongst the Noise
http://lifelaughterchaos.blogspot.com/2008/06/having-mary-heart-in-martha-world.html
I once heard a respected author share that a good book should have something underlineable on each page. Rarely have I ever read such a book, but without a doubt this book has something to underline on every page.
Cee Cee at Book Splurge
http://booksplurge.blogspot.com/2008/06/blog-tour-having-mary-heart-in-martha.html
once I started reading I found this is a book I need to spend devotional time exploring. The author uses humor and stories from her own life to offer tips on how to find intimacy with God. I haven't finished reading Having a Mary Heart in a Martha World; but over the next couple of weeks, I hope to use it to make changes in my too busy, often weary life.
Joy at The Five J’s
http://fivejs.wordpress.com/2008/06/22/having-a-mary-heart-in-a-martha-world-book-giveaway/
I’ve mentioned before that I’m an absolute book nut. But not every book that comes into my house stays. If it’s not good enough to make the cut, it gets traded at the bookstore; a book has to have a “special something” to secure a permanent home on my bookshelves.
But Having a Mary Heart in a Martha World is definitely staying at home with me.
6/24
Paula at Reviews By Two
http://reviewsbytwobooks.blogspot.com/2008/06/having-mary-heart-in-martha-world-by.html
Joanna's book is one of the very few I've seen on the market that addresses our innermostthoughts, desires, and struggles between the Martha side of us and the Mary. She addresses the hazards of chronic worry - that nail-biting thought that usually starts out small and ends with a box of tissue and deep agitation. As Joanna so effectively puts it, "If my God isn't bigger than life, then my life is bigger than God and that's when anxiety takes over."
Deena at A Peek At My Bookshelf
http://deenasbooks.blogspot.com/2008/06/on-tour-with-having-mary-heart-in.html
For a Bible teacher, Joanna's books are a dream! Each book is filled with side bar list and quotes, as well as those boxes of 'thoughts boiled down to simplicity' that you can meditate on for days.
Her style of writing is engaging and her presentation is practical. This is teaching that you can immediately put into practice. Joanna's knowledge of Scripture makes her instruction something you can bank on as well. Her book is filled with references to other passages of the Bible that support each point she makes.
Sarah at Real Life
http://reallifereview.blogspot.com/2008/06/book-review-having-mary-heart-in-martha.html
As I was preparing for this review, looking back through the book, I realized that I really want to read it again. And that is not like me. Once is usually enough, thank you. I feel this is a book that one could read many times, and glean different "nuggets" each time, depending on what God's doing in your heart at the time. This time, I'm going to use the study guide in the back, and maybe suggest it to the ladies in my church small group.
So from my more-Mary-like heart, I wholeheartedly recommend this book to anyone who wants to know Jesus, and the rest for your soul that He promised.
Karla at Looking Towards Heaven
http://karlascrazylife.blogspot.com/2008/06/having-mary-heart-in-martha-world.html
Joanna Weaver's wonderful book Having a Mary Heart in a Martha World has been republished as a gift edition. It is a book that helped reshape my relationship with the Lord - one in which I strive to just sit as His feet and listen.
6/25
Barb at A Chelsea Morning
http://anewchelseamorning.blogspot.com/2008/06/having-mary-hearta-giveaway.html
This amazing book is a how-to guide to slowing down and remembering that you can run around in circles, being the perfect answer to everyone's simplest need, but if you don't know how to stop and listen to the sweet, gentle voice of your Saviour, you really are just running around in circles, and circles lead to nowhere.
Amy at My Friend Amy
http://www.myfriendamysblog.com/2008/06/blog-tour-having-mary-heart-in-martha.html
I always hear women talk about how they are a Martha who wishes they could be a Mary. This is the kind of book where you read the first few pages, and you think, wow someone gets me! It's a fantastically easy book to read that will also meet you exactly where you're at. Recommended for all women in our crazy busy society!
Melody at Slurping Life
http://slurpinglife.typepad.com/whatithink/2008/06/a-mary-heart-bl.html
I have been a Christian since childhood, but my relationship with God has gone the way of many of today's marriages...letting routine busyness take the place of intimacy. Joanna's book has broken my heart, and it has sparked a passion for regaining my intimacy with Christ. Joanna speaks about the process of writing Having A Mary Heart in a Martha World much as I felt about the process of reading it...
Audra at Penning Prose
http://www.audrasilva.com/blog/?p=77
Joanna’s ability to weave storytelling with scriptural truth creates a powerful message that zeroes in on the heart of a woman and takes root. Her gentle conversational tone makes you feel like your sitting in the kitchen of a dear and wise friend listening to her speak truth into your life.
6/26
Christy at At Split Ends
http://christylashea.blogspot.com/
Revka at The Porch Light
http://ourfamilyporch.blogspot.com/
Susan at His Reading List
http://hisreadinglist.blogspot.com/2008/06/having-mary-heart-in-martha-world.html
Joanna could have written this book just for me!
Lauren at Baseballs and Bows
http://baseballsandbows.blogspot.com/2008/06/having-mary-heart-in-martha-world.html
In Having a Mary Heart in a Martha World, Joanna Weaver delves into this story to help us apply it to our lives today.
Chris at Come To the Table
http://www.cometothetable.blogspot.com/
6/27
Brittanie at A Book Lover
http://abookloverforever.blogspot.com/
Kristy at I Need To Read
http://ineedtoread.blogspot.com/2008/06/giveaway-having-mary-heart-in-martha.html
Patty at Girlfriends in God
http://patty-girlfriendsingod.blogspot.com/2008/06/book-tour-having-mary-heart-in-martha.html
Joanna's book has given us gentle reminders of the importance of finding initmate moments with God in our very busy lives. If you haven't read this book, please do yourself a favor and do so!!!
Dee at Dee’s Christian Fiction
http://christianfiction.blogspot.com/2008/06/contest-great-book-for-mothers-summer.html
July 6th
Trish at Books for Mom
http://booksformoms.blogspot.com/2008/07/having-mary-heart-in-martha-world.html
155 comments:
Joanna,
Our Women's Bible Study just finished Having a Mary Spirit. We studied Having a Mary Heart in a Martha World! in the fall. Both these books spoke volumes to me because you speak from your heart. I don't feel like you are preaching to me - through your words you let your readers know that you have been there and this is what you have learned and want to share with your readers -- Thank you for letting God use you so mightily! Lin Siddon, Annapolis, Maryland
This book sounds like it is a wonderful guide to living peacefully and following God's guidance.
Enter me please.
I have a book giveaway at my blog, from June 2 to June 6. Gayle Roper's publisher gave me a copy of Fatal Deduction to review and give away.
Visit and comment at terragarden.blogspot.com
Joanna,
We too just finished your study at our church. I had the privilege of leading it - what a humbling and wonderful experience! I was blessed with a special group of women of all ages and backgrounds. The Lord knit us together through your words. As a firstborn, Type-A personality I went into the study discouraged by the Martha in my head that was always bossing me around as you said. Now I appreciate the servant's heart that God has given me, but I'm finding my rhythm with God as my pivot point so that what I do for God flows out of my intimacy with Him and vice versa. Thank you for letting the Lord work through you to minister to me and countless others. I found truth, freedom, and life-changing principles in this amazing book!
Kristen Hamilton
Central New Jersey
PS - I ordered Sweet Caroline and What Women Want. WWW came today and I'm having a hard time setting it down! I'm hoping it may be the next study that I get to lead or be part of. I'm saving Sweet Caroline for our vacation in August :)
Thank you for the recommendations!
I've been wanting to read this book for months now because of all the wonderful reviews it gets from many women. Unfortunately, I have never gotten around to ordering it. Please enter me in the giveaway.
This book has only recently come to my attention. As always the topic is one that catches my eye as the on going balance of worship/service is better blended in our lives. I am sure we can worship as we serve and obviously our Lord showed we serve as we worship.......So I look forward to a read. It would be lovely to win one from the author but probably more likely it is noted for my next bookshop visit.
I would love to read this! Please enter me - ladyufshalott at yahoo dot com
Thank you and God bless,
Lindsey
I studied through Having a Mary Heart in a Martha World, but we didn't actually read the book. I would love to be able to read it. Please enter me in the contest!
rmill020[at]bju[dot]edu
I loved Having a Mary Heart in a Martha World, I have not been able to get my hands on Having a Mary Spirit yet, and this is the first I've heard of With this Ring. Ooo I'm excited, I'll have to find it too!
I really don't know how to choose one chapter that spoke the most. I think the outcome it what spoke the most to me. It was a book that my mother read and loved and it is really difficult to get her to read devotionals much less talk about Christianity. It really opened a door for us, and that's what was so wonderful for me.
MJ
cherryblossommj (at) gmail [dot] com
I LOVED this book! It's just what my soul needed, your writing style is so compulsive and encouraging. I'm definitely a Martha, and as I mentioned in my review, I was raised by a Mary. :) My favorite chapters were 7&11, the chapters on making God my center again, and balancing work and worship. Something I am ALWAYS struggling with. I'm going to take your advice to heart. I really have been blessed by this read!
Thank you, Joanna! And please enter me in the drawing for With This Ring. Can't wait to read another of yours!
God bless,
Mary
I've only recently heard of this book, so I'd really love to win a copy and check it out for myself! Please enter me in the giveaway :)
My ladies Bible study at church is just about to start going through this book!! My pastor's wife just could not say enough good things about it, and I am looking forward to studying it. I think it will be very beneficial to me. Thank you for the chance to win a copy!!
author_erin(at)lycos(dot)com
I have been requesting Having a Mary Heart for two years at our Women's Ministry. I want to read this so bad! I am married, a mother of three young children, work part-time from home and I serve in three ministries at church. I NEED this book!!
Thank you for putting this much needed topic into a journal as well. I love reflecting my thoughts. Spread Joy!
Hi Joanna,
I'm a new believer (a bit less than two years), and ever since I heard of your books they've been on my wishlist. They sound wonderful, and like they would be a blessing to any woman who wins them. Please include my entry :).
You wrote a book and have a preschooler?! Wow. I'm impressed.
Two of the blogs I read did a review of Mary Heart today--so I had to come over and see if I could win myself a copy; it sounds fabu!
Greetings! Such a lovely book inside and out. I like how Mary and Martha approached Jesus differently, but really wanted the same wonderful relationship with him! I would be honored to win one of your books.
I would love to share it with my sister. Please enter me in your delightful giveaway. Thanks very much! Cindi
jchoppes[at]hotmail[dot]com
I would like an opportunity to win this beautifully bound book. (Do I get extra points for alliteration?)
smilingsal55[at]yahoo[dot]com
Hey girl,
Love your blog entries and reading more about the China trip! WOW, how totally amazing. :)
Love ya!
I need to sit at His feet, please enter my name. Thank you!
I've read your wonderful book before, but it was a while ago. I'd love the chance to read through it again and this new copy sounds wonderful.
I'll be looking out for your new book too.
Thank you, and God Bless
I keep seeing this book mentioned and would love to explore it.
I have been dying to read this book but just haven't had it in the budget to buy!!!!
I think I need this book right now. Le sigh.
firemom at stopdropandblog dot com
This is the first I have heard of this book. Sounds like something I need to read at this point in my life.
Thanks for the giveaway.
b dot werts at sbcglobal dot net
This sounds like a must read for me. Thanks for offering it.
parcelhome at comcast dot net
Our Women's Ministry had a small group with this book last fall. Unfortunately, I wasn't able to attend. I'd love the chance to have my own copy. It'd be a great book for my mentor and I to go thru.
In Him,
Mimi B
mnjesusfreak at gmail dot com
My mother hopes to win this. I'm commenting for her because she doesn't have a blog. Her name is Jody and her email is:
stoutgd[at]yahoo[dot]com
Thanks!
Sounds like a good read. Please enter me.
Thanks,
Melissa
forest_rose[at]yahoo[dot]com
This sounds excellent! Thank you for the chance to win.
This book sounds wonderful. Please enter me in the giveaway. Thank you!
Alessandra
outofblue1[at]gmail.com
I've always wanted to read this but haven't done it yet. Definitely count me in!
I saw this book and thought, "What a perfect book to read with my teenage daughter before she goes out into the big bad world.
When I was living with my mother, her Bible Study group was reading through this book. She constantly had her book with her; I could tell that God was speaking to her through through its words. I would love to read through it myself; please enter me into the giveaway.
Please enter me. This sounds like it would be helpful to read.
This one's on my to read list. Count me in.
It sounds like this book was written for me! I would love to win a copy.
Joanna I loved this book and I will cherish it forever. It touched me in so many ways.
My favorite chapter that really hit home was Chapter 5 "Living Room Intimacy" with Spiritual Snickers Bar as my focal point.
I hadn't realized that my tv time, reading time and visiting time on the phone were my "Snickers bar."
Jesus was just put in there somewhere, but I never set a specific time for just me and Him.
Our place now to talk and share is at my livingroom window, as I pray and converse I can enjoy looking at the beautiful sky and trees and seeing creation at its finest.
I am a recovering "Martha"......
I would love to have the opportunity to read this book.
Please enter me into the giveaway, unless it is too late.
Thanks,
Julie
I would love to read this book. I remember the story of Mary and Martha, but I never really "got it."
I'd love to "get it" a little more!
I have seen this book in our bookstore and I really want to read it. Thanks for giving some away!
I have heard this book is very good. I really would love to read it! monk5@charter.net
Monica
This book sounds wonderful and thank you for the chance to win!
I just reviewed Having a Mary Heart on my blog, 123pizza.org.
Honestly, my favorite chapter is Chapter 1. That's when I had my "A-ha!" moment. It started to make sense and the rest of the book escalated from that pivotal moment.
(I like that. I'm going to add that to my review.)
Hi Joanna!
I'm so excited to have found your blog! The Womens' Group at our home church named themselves The MARY HEARTS Club after studying your first book! They are currently going through Having a Mary Spirit, which I just started reading myself. I cannot even begin to explain the parallels to my life currently as a Church Planter's wife.
We just started Small Group meetings this week, and are looking forward to the ways in which GOD is going to grow us in the weeks and months to come. Thank you for writing these, and your new release. God has used you in a tremendous way to spur me on in my faith!
Blessings,
Susanne Reeder
Florence, SC
I haven't read the book yet, but I have heard good things about it from several people.
Hi, Joanna!
I just received this question from one of my blog readers today regarding your book Having a Mary Heart in a Martha World.
Tina asked, "Is there a condensed version that would be good for a Ladies Getaway Weekend?"
This is a great question. I look forward to hearing back from you so I can answer Tina.
Thanks!
Deborah @ A Cup of Joy
acupofjoy.wordpress.com
This is a beautiful and useful book in a stressful and busy world. Please enter me in the contest.
pintolinda (at) hotmail (dot) com
Joanna,
My husband and I are missionaries in W. Africa, and right now I'm leading the ladies in our little church (mostly nonliterate) through a study of the book of John, so I've been studying through the book myself, developing the lessons I want to use, etc.
As I've studied through the book several times, now, I've been fascinated with the Mary/Martha stories and on my own, have studied through each mention of them. I made the comment to my prayer/accountability partner one day that it finally hit me sometimes why I get so frustrated: I'm a "Mary" by nature, but I live in a world where I'm expected to be a "Martha." She had this book sitting on her shelf and immediately loaned it to me.
I feel like God has taught me much as I've studied through the book - there were many favorite moments: the story of Jesus "sticking out all over," (which has now become a catch phrase in our family with our kids as a behavior check) and especially the lessons you learned as you meditated on the hula hoop birthday card. I will be working through the book again (with some modifications) with my 11 year old daughter next year as we do a Bible study together, and am so looking forward to it.
I'm also hoping to study through the sequel - when I can get a copy of the book out here.
Thank you for allowing God to use you through your writing. Please enter me in the drawing (I do have a Stateside address.)
Richelle
Niamey, Niger
My PWOC Bible Study group did this study a few years ago and I absolutely loved it. Loved it so much I gave someone else the book to read...
I need another one. I've strayed away from His feet and returned to overserving. I'd love to have this gift edition to replace mine!
I would love to have a copy of this book. I have been slack on my reading lately and this sounds like a great book for me to read. Thank you for offering these.
I came over from "Without Fear" as she did a review. From her review I would love to win a copy of your book. Sounds like a book I'd like to show my ladies study as our next study.
I so need this book. Sometimes I feel like I'm not serving with the right spirit, a servant's heart as opposed to a volunteer's reluctant one. Please enter me in your giveaway.
Oh how I long to have a Mary heart! That is sucha longing in me. I feel like otherwise I will miss so much.
Thanks so much for the chance to win!
Chris
This book keeps popping up in conversation with others; I'd love to have a copy to ponder myself. Please enter me!
I would love to have a copy of this book. I've heard many people talk about how good it is, but it's not one that I've read yet. Sounds wonderful, though!
I just read the book review at A Path Made Straight, and this book sounds excellent. please enter me in the give away.
I've heard of this book before also, and I would love to win a copy. Thanks so much for the great giveaway!
This one is on my list to read. Would love to be entered for the give-away!
I've never read this book so I'd love to be entered into the giveaway! How I need this message!!!
Blessings, Betty
I would love a chance to read your book! Please enter me in the drawing. : ) Blessings, Michelle
(wellsfamilyof4@yahoo.com)
A friend went through this book with several other women. Many times she "nagged" me to at least look at this book. I've been tooooo busy to even look at it. Guess that's a sure sign I NEED to more than look at it.
Thanks for this giveaway.
Sounds like such a great book. I read a review on Elise's blog. Please enter me in the draw.
Hi :) I am also a friend from Elise's blog. Thank you for the opportunity to have a copy of your book! Blessings, Q
I'd love to read this one!
Thank you for the chance to win this book. I have been looking for new reading material.
Angie
I am SO excited at the chance to win a copy for me to dive into for the summer.
PICK ME !!! =)
Thanks,
Vickie
Read a great review and am excited to read this boook!
I'd love to win a copy of the book!
~Stacy
I would really love to read your book, I have had a lot of friends recommend you to me and believe I could use the guidance and advice you are giving in your book. I struggle mightily with being the person God wants me to be, and learning how to serve the Lord while serving my family as well.
Please enter me in the drawing, thanks!
Hi, Joanna,
I hope it isn't too late to comment--your book sounds lovely, and is a topic that I definitely welcome reading more about! Thank you for writing it, and congratulations on its release!
f dot chen at comcast dot net
Thank You for your generousity!
I would love to win a copy of the book!
Carrie
livingonthemeadow@yahoo.com
The book title sounds familiar to me, but I've never seen or read the book. I'd love to win. Thanks for the chance.
Always wanted to read it!
I would so love to read your book! After going through a divorce almost 10 years ago, I need spiritual help of any kind. I have turned to my Bible more and more during these past 10 years, though. Seems like I have more time now than I've had during all the years when I was raising and caring for my family.
Please enter me in your drawing.
Thank you.
I heard about your book from Elise Hooper's blog. It sounds like a fabulous read and one that stretches a person in their walk. I'd love to be entered for a chance to win the book. My e-mail is evhoffen@hotmail.com. Thanks!
What a wonderful giveaway! Congrats on the 10 year anniversary of the book. I would love to have a copy of it!
Its sounds like this busy mom of seven could use a good reminder to slow down and enjoy the little things. I cant wait to read the book. Please enter me into your fabulous giveaway.
Thank You!
Audrey
Found this from Diane's link (Diane's Place Blog). It sounds like a wonderful book. Please enter me in the drawing as well. Thank you!
I'd love to win a copy of your book! Elise gave a great review of it over at A Path Made Straight.
Thanks!
Rebecca
welikenoodles@yahoo.com
Can't wait to read this! Whether I win the give away or not. Thanks for letting the Lord use you.
In Him,
Sarah
I would really love to read your book. Please enter me.
~Wendy
ohh sounds very interesting please enter me in your drawing...
~Cindy~
I love the title and look forward to reading the book. Thank you for the chance to enter your giveaway.
Blessings,
I would like to enter your drawing as well. MelanieKS at gmail.com
Thanks very much!
Melanie in KS
Thank you for writing this book. I read the review on Elise Hooper's blog and I look forward to reading the book itself. Thank you for offering this giveaway. Please enter my name in the drawing.
mamacarma (at) yahoo [dot] com
I love learning about new Christian authors. I would love to win your book!
I've been told this is a must read. Thank you for the opportunity.
What a great give-a-way. Thanks so much. juliescatchall[at]gmail[dot]com
I'm here from Elise's blog. It sounds just what I need! I've had a rough week!! Need some JOy!!
Darn, I'm probably too late. I'll look for your book at my library though! :)
Hello Joanna,
Your Mary Heart book sounds so wonderful!
May your week be peaceful : ) Wendy
Please add me if it's not too late.
Please enter me. I would love to be able to read this. I have heard wonderful things.
Greetings! What a lovely looking book. When I look at the cover, it makes me think of serenity! I suffer from depression/anxiety and have been on medication for years. Your book sounds like I could really benefit from reading it. I would be honored to win a copy. Please enter me in your drawing. Many thanks, Cindi
jchoppes[at]hotmail[dot]com
What a great giveaway. Thank you for the opportunity. I can't wait to read the book.
I would love a copy of this book. My husband just finished his first year of seminary and we have recently relocated churches due to a ministry opportunity. I could really use this book at this time of my life. Thanks for the chance to win one.
This book has been on my wish list for quite some time. It sounds wonderful! It also sounds like inspiration that would be beneficial to me and to my family as we try to keep a handle on our crazy schedules. Thanks for the giveaway!
I really need to read this book. Even if I don't win the giveaway I need to borrow it from someone. :)
Thank you for having this wonderful drawing!
I would love to win a copy of this book.
I would love to read this book. It's a message I need to hear.
Thanks for the review and a chance to win. The book sounds wonderful. :)
This looks like such a great book and have reading Barb over at A Chelsea Morning's review, I can't wait to read it for myself
I would love to win a copy of your book. I used to own one. I have even taught that study at our church, years ago. But I lent it out to a friend/acquaintance and she moved away with it!
I'd love to read it again and offer it again as a bible study to our women. Thank, Joanna, for sharing your book, but especially for sharing your gift of writing/teaching/nurturing with all of us. Your book really did change my life.
The book sounds wonderful...I think there are a lot of things I could learn from it. Thanks for the chance to win!
This sounds like a book I need to read! And some of your others, too! My husband and I teach a Young Married class at our church - we started it about three months ago and the class is growing rapidly - in numbers and in unity! We're excited about working with these young couples and sharing what God says about marriage and relationships, especially our relationship with Him!
Your books look like wonderful resources for our ministry.
Thanks for sharing!
Denise
Enter me in. I've always wanted to read this book.Thanks for the opportunity. Judy
littlehiney@gcctv.com
Please enter me for the book giveaway. It sounds like something I need at this point in my life!!
Thanks,
:o) Marian in Atlanta
Please enter me for the book giveaway. It sounds like something I need at this point in my life!!
Thanks,
:o) Marian in Atlanta
I've wanted to read this book for a long time. I would love the opportunity to win this book. thank you for doing this.
Mary Lou at dlowran1(at)comcast(dot)net.
i would like to be entered in the Giveaway!! Our Women's bible study is out for the summer and I need a good read!
cpullum@yahoo.com
Wow! With 109 comments already, do I even stand a chance? I've not read this book, but I've heard good things about it, and while I haven't thought I've needed it since I really do have a Mary heart, this Martha world is making it more and more challenging to be the Mary I was designed to be. I've been overwhelmed lately and could use the encouragement from these pages.
Grace and Peace,
Angel
Wow - beautifuly cover on the book and the title just grabbed me! I would love to win it! I noticed it at a friends house and figured if she had the book it must be good! :-)
Diane
I know I need to read this book. Thank you for the opportunity.
I haven't read the book, but would love to. My little commitment group has been looking for a book to study, and this may just be the one. The Mary-Martha Bible story has always resonated deeply with me. Looking forward to reading it!
Please enter me. This looks like a book that would be very helpful for me.
Thanks,
Kerri
I would love to win this book. I only recently learned of it as I have not heard of your work before. But what I have heard as been very good and has really peaked my interests. I believe this is just what I need right now.
Thank you for writing such a wonderful work and I look forward to reading more of your material.
Blessings,
Shawnee
Joanna, please enter me in this book giveaway. I'm looking forward to reading it.
Be Blessed,
Kim
I am always on the lookout for new authors. I have not heard of you before, until Barb mentioned you on her blog. I would love to read your book, so count me in!
Please enter me in this contest.. I have hear so many good things about this book, and I would really love to own a copy. Thank you.
I have heard about this book but am embarrassed to say I have never read it. Thank you for offering to give some of them away - I would love to win one.
I've wanted to read this book for so long but have found myself "too busy" to do so. In realizing the paradox of that statement with the content of this book, I know this book is a "must read" for the summer, and I look forward to reading it soon!!!
Please count me in. I found out about this on "A Path Made Straight" blog... thank you!! jewels0330@gmail.com
~Julie
I've been wanting to read this book but just haven't bought it yet. I've heard so many good things about it.
Oh, what fun! I would love a copy of this book!
pamelagwrightAThotmailDOTcom
I know that my Mum would love to win a copy of this book.Please enter her thank you..
I have had this book on my to buy and read list for several years! It would be awesome to actually get a chance to WIN a copy! Thanks!
forr2girls@charter.net
I heard of this book last year but have not read it yet so I'd love a chance! Thanks.
This book sounds amazing! Congrats on your facelift! I hope to win a copy!
Please pick me, I would love to read this book.
I have always wanted to read this book...I have heard wonderful things :o)
Thank you for the opportunity to be a part of this blog tour. I have been blessed and changed.
I have done studies of "Having a Mary Heart" twice now, in two different churches. It is one of those challenging books that I will keep in my library to read over and over again.
My favorite chapter is chapter 8 - Lessons from Lazarus, especially the grammar rules!
I have heard so much about this! It sounds fantastic.. please enter me!! :)
I have heard about your book, but not read it. I am hoping your giveaway extends to international readers, as I live outside the US. I would love to win a copy!
I read your book with my church book group, and we loved it! Thank you for inspiring us! And count me in for the contest :)
God bless!
I would love to win this book. I know I need to read it.
I've seen this book often and it sounds intriguing. Thanks for the chance to win one. If I don't win, I'll definitely check out the local library.
Blessings,
Terri in AZ
I'd love to win this book - my BFF read it and loved it!
I've been wanting to read this book for the longest time. I hope I win
This book sounds like it was written with me in mind! Thanks for the opportunity!
That is an absolutely amazing cover. Did you design that yourself?? That is amazing, seriously. you sound like a very talented writer and i would be so happy to have the chance o read on of your books. Especially this one as i am struggling with my relationship with god. I am just having trouble connecting with him. I think i just need to sit down and talk to him and see if that works.
Thank you for this opportunity to win one of your books.
Love Ashlea
I read this book when it first came out because I tend to have a Martha heart. Last week, I gave away my copy and decided that it was time to buy a new copy and reread this though provoking book. Thanks for making women stop and think about the way we are living and the impact we are making as we serve the Lord. Joanna Choate
I've heard great things about this book and have wanted to read it for awhile. Thank you for this giveaway.
I would love to read this book. I haven't read it yet!
I would love to win and read this book. Life too often pushes us into being Marthas. I want to be more of a Mary. Thanks for this great giveaway.
Great I'm not too late for the giveaway, I've been wanting to read this book since I just read a review from another blogger at Real Life Review!
God Bless and thanks for the opportunity!
I've heard so much about this book. I'd love a copy to read.
david_colleen@mei.net
I'd love to have this book.
Kitten
(johnandkitty@gmail.com)
Please don't post e-mail address!
I've heard so many wonderful things about this book; I would love to read it. Thank you for a chance to win a copy!
Martha, Martha, Martha...I'm always doing 'hula-hoops'. My fellow 'Marthas' and I are currently reading through 'Having a Mary Spirit' after being challenged through 'Having a Mary Spirit in a Martha World'.Our Martha-ness comes out in many ways and I always relish the reminder to put aside those 'hoops' and sit at His feet.
Joanne, have you posted the winners? I can't pull up a new post on my computer and think that something must be wrong with my computer. Thank you for the give away. My email is Mary Lou at dlowran1(at)comcast(dot)net. Thank you. Mary Lou
I looking forward to reading this book, I am much like Martha and wanting to be more like Mary!
Joanna, I met you briefly when you spoke at the 2007 “Time Apart” ladies conference in Ohio. You wouldn’t remember me, because there were so many women there, but I remember the very intimate prayer you prayed over me at the front of the sanctuary after i shared with you some difficulties in the church we were pastoring. You also gave me a book the first night because I was a 40+ year old mom with a 6 year old, a three year old, and a one year old!
I am currently very active on FaceBook, and today we began a weekly discussion board on “Having a mary Heart in a Martha World”. Lots of ladies and a couple of gentlemen from all over the world (even Mexico and Norway) have signed up to learn from your book, from God’s Word, and from one another! It is exciting!
Please pray for us. Several do not have access to your book, and are simply asking me to teach each chapter. I’m using a summary I found online, and your own study questions to do this, so I’ll be a busy lady! Maybe you could come on over and join us…face Book is fun and free, and I know we would be blessed by your presence!
God Bless!
mommashari@hotmail.com
Look up Sharon Ewing or Having a Mary Heart in a Martha World when you go to FaceBook!!!!!!
Hello Ladies...
The winners are announced here!
http://joannaweaver.blogspot.com/2008/07/and-winners-are.html
Blessings!
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