In the movie Marvin's...
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In the movie Marvin's Room, two sisters are confronted with the task of taking care of an ailing father, Marvin, whose illness extends over two decades. Betsy, the caregiver, developed a personal attitude of warmth and love. She made the choice to take care of her father and felt privileged to have the opportunity to "love someone so much."
Leigh, her sister, opted out of any responsibility. During a rare visit home, the dramatic difference between the two sisters is portrayed. Directly related to Leigh's life choices are her pensive and negative attitudes. She cares only about herself and doesn't do a very good job even with that. Both sisters' choices had a direct bearing on who they became.
Although the movie does not specifically refer to Betsy as having a deep Christian faith, one goes away feeling that in her life the one thing needful was present and it resulted in a caring, loving concern for her ill father. The opportunity of being the extension in time of Christ's ministry and love can only be applied to life when we sit at the foot of the Lord.
-- Reisen
Leigh, her sister, opted out of any responsibility. During a rare visit home, the dramatic difference between the two sisters is portrayed. Directly related to Leigh's life choices are her pensive and negative attitudes. She cares only about herself and doesn't do a very good job even with that. Both sisters' choices had a direct bearing on who they became.
Although the movie does not specifically refer to Betsy as having a deep Christian faith, one goes away feeling that in her life the one thing needful was present and it resulted in a caring, loving concern for her ill father. The opportunity of being the extension in time of Christ's ministry and love can only be applied to life when we sit at the foot of the Lord.
-- Reisen
