Luke 10:38-42

LISTENING TO THE LORD

Keywords 10:42

but only one thing is needed. Mary has chosen what is better, and it will not be taken away from her."

 

1. Martha was distracted (38-40)

Jesus and his disciples were welcomed at the home of Martha and Mary. Both

had a close relationship with Jesus. Mary sat at Jesus’ feet and listened to what

he said. As a responsible and loving host, Martha was busy preparing food and

the home for Jesus and the disciples. Martha was doing something good but it

distracted her to the point of annoyance. She complained to Jesus and asked him

to tell Mary to help.

 

2. Mary chose what is better (41-42)

Jesus gently pointed out that Martha was worried and upset about many

things. She was stressed out. Jesus told her not to worry about many things

and he would not tell Mary to help her. Jesus implied that Martha ought to keep

preparations simple and then she could also listen like Mary. In the same way, we

too, should not be so busy doing many “good” things that we do not have time to

listen to Jesus. Instead our priority should be to listen to Jesus through his word

and in prayer.

 

Prayer Lord, I am sorry for being distracted by many things. Help me to listen to

your word.

One Word Choose what is better