Instead of partaking from a sideboard of fancy entrees, Jews usually ate out of a large common bowl place in the middle of the table. Guests would break off pieces of bread and dip them in the soup or broth. Jesus may have gently reminded Martha that her overdone effort in preparing a multitude of dishes was keeping her so busy in the kitchen that she was missing out on the real "food" the real "life " of the party...
"Only one thing is needed" - and that is found in true fellowship with him.
For he, after all, is the Bread of Life, the Living Water, the only "dish" we need. He wants to change our hearts and empower our lives. He wants us to find the great freedom of Luke 10:42.
I cannot do everything , but I can do "one think."
I cannot meet every need, but I can respond in obedience to the need the Spirit lays on my heart.
I cannot carry every load, but I can carry the load God has for me.
For his yoke, indeed , is easy , and his burden is truly light.
P. 62-3 Having a Mary Heart in a Martha World by Joanna Weaver
Her blog is HERE
Here is her new book too.. .
I found this a good word for this season of the year!!
Blessings all,
Kathy
What wise words! I'm looking forward to reading this one!
ReplyDeleteBlessings
I didn't know about her new book until now, thank you; I will check it out. Enjoy your day!
ReplyDeleteThanks for the tip on a new book, sounds like a good one!
ReplyDeleteI have often compared my feelings to Martha! I was gently reminded by a friend to remember that Jesus loved them both :)
ReplyDeleteLovely thoughts today,Enjoy your Sunday ~
hugs, pokey
Good words to live by. Sometimes I get too busy. Family and friends more important that duties. Need to take time for for the Lord and let Him use and guide us. Nancy
ReplyDeleteCan My spouse and i find out if you will be via Queensland?
ReplyDeleteYou undoubtedly could be seen as a good Aussie :2)
My web-site ; Genital Warts Cures
Hey there! I'm sure this can be to some extent off-topic on the other hand were required to request. Does operating a well-established site like your own house please take a massive amount perform? My business is completely new to blog but I complete create at my appointments everyday. I’d choose to commence a blog site in order to write about the knowledge and views on the internet. Make sure you make me aware when you've got just
ReplyDeleteabout any suggestions or tricks for fresh aspiring blog site proprietors.
Enjoy it!
Feel free to visit my web site ... Cures For Genital Warts