Book Review: Up From Dust by Heather Kaufman

 






Up from Dust by Heather Kaufman
4 Stars

I really enjoyed this biblical fiction story of what it could have been like for Martha, Mary, Lazarus during the events that happened in the bible with Jesus. Part 1 is more about Martha's life and what things could have been like for her as a child, life with family, first love, etc. Then part 2 is more of the details of her life when Jesus comes and the events leading up to meeting him.

Martha is a character I found myself really relating to. She is always worried, helping others, upset, impatient --- ME! Conviction was hitting me in some parts of this book for sure. Seeing her relationship with her siblings was also very relatable and great to see. Inspiring to see Mary too and her reactions, decisions made, etc. Martha is always so busy doing all the things, yet Mary is listening and really paying attention and being patient. I find myself being so busy all the time like Martha in life without really taking the time to sit down and pray and listen to what God may be trying to tell me in certain situations. This book reminded me of those things in my own life.

I loved the second part of the book the best as it follows the events we know from the Bible. The scenes between Mary and Martha were great, and the big lead up in the end with Lazarus and Jesus that we know all about -- really liked how Heather Kaufman depicted those events. Martha's faith and devotion to Jesus highlighted was inspiring.

Despite Martha's worries and concerns, she is a woman of strong faith, hospitality and devotion, who demonstrates a deep belief in Jesus as the Messiah and this book did a great job showing that.

This was my first Heather Kaufman book and I am looking forward to reading more by her in the future.


Goodreads Review: https://www.goodreads.com/review/show/6017706000
Amazon:  https://amzn.to/4giaCWe
Baker Book House (Recommended): https://bakerbookhouse.com/products/542795

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