Wow, it’s so easy to get busy with, and concerned about, so many things. Most of the time, we’re not even aware of the fact that we’re becoming a “Martha.”
One of my sons-in-law was telling me how the Lord blessed him with this scripture the other day. This passage is always a blessing. Whenever we’re tempted to be like Martha, it helps us keep our priorities straight and walking in Jesus’ peace, love and joy. Reminds me that I need Jesus more than anything.
“As Jesus and the disciples continued on their way to Jerusalem they came to a village where a woman named Martha welcomed them into her home. Her sister Mary sat on the floor, listening to Jesus as he talked.
But Martha was the jittery type and was worrying over the big dinner she was preparing.
She came to Jesus and said, “Sir, doesn’t it seem unfair to you that my sister just sits here while I do all the work? Tell her to come and help me.”
But the Lord said to her, “Martha, dear friend, you are so upset over all these details! There is really only one thing worth being concerned about. Mary has discovered it—and I won’t take it away from her!””
Luke 10:38-42 (The Living Bible)
Thank you, Jesus, for continuing to remind us to keep our hearts focused on You.
Jesus, our Savior, and Prince of Peace…
God bless,
Mark