Are we so busy doing things for Jesus that we aren't spending any time with Jesus? Do we struggle with the Yes monster, unable to discern and set boundaries? When asked to take on a new ministry or lead small group do we jump right in with a resounding YES when we really need to say no? There is nothing wrong to saying no when your own life is getting too complicated by busyness.
“Martha, Martha,” the Lord answered, “you are worried and upset about many things, but few things are needed—or indeed only one. Mary has chosen what is better, and it will not be taken away from her.” (Luke 10:41-42)
The scripture words today talk to me of priorities. The saying, "life is short," plays in this as well. I am thinking of missed opportunities and times when I looked back wishing I had acted on a prompting. Martha is concerned with being the proper hostess and Mary wants to sit at the Master's feet. Both are good things but Martha is feeling pressure to perform and Mary is content to soak in the moment.
Life is full of missed opportunities and my goal is now is to recognize those moments and snatch them up before they are only a regret. "Mary has chosen what is better, and it will not be taken away from her.”
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