Luke 10, Part 4

Scripture: Luke 10:38-42

Observation: Jesus goes to visit Martha and Mary. Martha is concerned with the daily tasks and serving her guests; Mary is sitting at Jesus' feet. Martha complains because her sister isn't helping her. But Jesus tells Martha that she is distracted by much when she needs only one thing - that which Mary has chosen.

Application: Obviously the Lord is not saying here that in serving and taking care of chores Martha was sinning. What Jesus said was that she was "distracted," in other words she was worried more about what was going on around her and not Who was seated before her. We too, get distracted by TV, Internet, errands and daily tasks. Do we stop and take time to sit at the Master's feet?

Prayer: Dearest Father, I can be such a Martha! I begin worrying about day to day activities and forget the most important activity, making time for You. Forgive my distraction Lord, and help me to be more focused. Even in those moments when I have to take care of my family, home, etc, may I do these things as unto You, and may I always remember to put my burdens at Your feet. In Christ Jesus, Amen.