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ABIDING IN EASTER - LENT DEVOTIONAL by BRYAN CRAIG

DAY 6

Now as they went on their way, Jesus entered a village. And a woman named Martha welcomed him into her house. And she had a sister called Mary, who sat at the Lord's feet and listened to his teaching. But Martha was distracted with much serving. And she went up to him and said, “Lord, do you not care that my sister has left me to serve alone? Tell her then to help me.” But the Lord answered her, “Martha, Martha, you are anxious and troubled about many things, but one thing is necessary. Mary has chosen the good portion, which will not be taken away from her.”

Luke 10:38-42 ESV

You may have heard this story before of these two sisters. One was an “A-type” or Enneagram #1 personality, and she wanted to serve Jesus, probably wanting everything to be perfect. This was honorable, and I’m sure Jesus appreciated it. Yet, her sister just wanted to sit at his feet and listen to Him. When Martha complains, Jesus says a very important thing, “But one thing is necessary,” as He refers to Mary. Once again, busy activity does not equate to intimacy with Jesus. He doesn’t want us trying to earn His love, but He wants us to desire to be with Him.

APPLICATION:

Are you a Martha or Mary? If Martha, try to think how you get to know Jesus better (more time in His Word, prayer, listening). If you are a Mary, don’t miss the things Jesus may be asking you to do out of your time with Him.