Luke 10:40-42
“But Martha was cumbered about much serving, and came to him, and said, Lord, dost thou not care that my sister hath left me to serve alone? bid her therefore that she help me. And Jesus answered and said unto her, Martha, Martha, thou art careful and troubled about many things: But one thing is needful: and Mary hath chosen that good part, which shall not be taken away from her.”
What does Luke 10:40-42 mean?
Luke 10:40-42 in the King James Version (KJV) of the Bible reads: "But Martha was cumbered about much serving, and came to him, and said, Lord, dost thou not care that my sister hath left me to serve alone? bid her therefore that she help me. And Jesus answered and said unto…
Read full commentaryDevotionalThe Good Part: Choosing Presence Over Perfection
In the hustle and bustle of our modern lives, the story of Martha and Mary in Luke 10:40-42 resonates deeply. As we read the King James Version passage, we find Martha consumed with serving her guests, while her sister Mary sits at the feet of Jesus, soaking in His words…
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Heavenly Father, We come before you today, hearts open and spirits yearning for your wisdom and guidance. As we reflect on the words spoken by your Son, Jesus, in Luke 10:40-42, we are reminded of the delicate balance between service and stillness, between action and…
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