Luke 10:41a “Martha, Martha,” the Lord answered…
I feel like I could benefit from tattooing “Beth, Beth, you are worried and upset about many things, but few things are needed–or indeed only one” on my forearm or somewhere I would see it often. It is a reminder that I desperately need most days. (Who am I kidding? It’s a reminder that I desperately need every day.)
Luke 10:41b … “you are worried and upset about many things…
I can get myself worked up about any number of things and feel absolutely justified in my indignation. But verse 41 reminds me that when my righteous indignation takes precedence over my Jesus, there is a problem. The one thing that is needed is spending time with Him, staying connected to Him. Righteous indignation without Jesus in the middle of it is a recipe for disaster.
Luke 10:42a …but few things are needed—or indeed only one.
Precious Savior, Thank You for verse 41, for the reminder that You are what’s important–staying connected to You, being in Your presence, taking time to sit at Your feet and listen to You. Help me take verse 41 to heart, especially when my focus shifts away from You. Help me remember what’s truly important. Amen.
Luke 10:42b …Mary has chosen what is better, and it will not be taken away from her.”
Have a blessed day.