Sixth Sunday after Pentecost (Ord 16C): Rest awhile

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Preachers, is your “push muscle” stronger than your “rest muscle”?

Karoline Lewis is back with a Preacher to Preacher moment for the Sixth Sunday after Pentecost—reflecting on messy desks, to-do lists, and the Mary and Martha story in Luke 10:38-42.

What if faith isn’t just about doing more… but resting more, too?

Watch now and ask yourself: What muscle is God inviting you to exercise this week?

Share this with a fellow preacher who needs the reminder.

Want to hear more about the story of Mary and Martha? Tune into the full episode of the Sermon Brainwave podcast covering texts for July 20, 2025.

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