Read Luke 10:38-42
The best place to be is with Jesus. Martha had opened her home to Jesus and his followers. Hospitality can be stressful at time. Cleaning, preparing, cooking. Then hosting the event, making sure everyone is satisfied, and cleaning up afterwards. Martha was working her tail off while Mary was enjoying the party with Jesus.
Amid all the necessary and important tasks in life, don’t miss the joy of each moment, especially with Jesus. Time flies. Moments run by us like a fast moving stream. In busy times and in the quiet hours of the morning and night, look and listen for Jesus. “Martha, Martha,” he said, “Mary has chosen what is better.”
The laundry will never be finished. The next meal is always just a few hours away. The power bill will be due next month again. Taxes are due again. More diapers and milk must be purchased. It goes by fast. And life can seem repetitive and mundane at the same time. And in the midst of life’s responsibilities, Jesus calls your name to remind you not to miss what is most important. Take time to sit at the Master’s feet. Listen. Worship. Praise. Everything else in life then finds is rightful place.
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