Luke 10:41-42

“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.”

"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." - Luke 10:41-42
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What does Luke 10:41-42 mean?

Luke 10:41-42 in the King James Version (KJV) of the Bible reads, "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." This…

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Choosing the Good Part: A Devotional on Luke 10:41-42

In the hustle and bustle of everyday life, we often find ourselves lost in a whirlwind of responsibilities and concerns, much like Martha in the account from Luke 10:41-42. Jesus gently consoles Martha with the repetition of her name, emphasizing a tone of love rather than…

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A Prayer for Focus and Peace amidst the Busyness of Life

Heavenly Father, I come before You in humility and reverence, seeking Your divine guidance and the peace that surpasses all understanding. Lord, as I reflect on the words of Your Son, Jesus, in Luke 10:41-42, I hear His gentle yet firm reminder to Martha: "Martha, Martha, thou…

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Luke 10:41-42 - "But the Lord answered her, 'Martha, Martha, 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.'"
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LUKE 24:41-43 41 And while they still did not believe it because of joy and amazement, he asked them, “Do you have anything here to eat?” 42 They gave him a piece of broiled fish, 43 and he took it and ate it in their presence.
LUKE 24:41-43 41 And while they still did not believe it because of joy and amazement, he asked them, “Do you have anything here to eat?” 42 They gave him a piece of broiled fish, 43 and he took it and ate it in their presence.
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Luke 10:41 - "And Jesus answered and said unto her, Martha, Martha, thou art careful and troubled about many things:"