Busyness is not new.
In Luke 10:38-42,
two sisters are expecting company.
While Martha works hard to welcome
Jesus to her home, her sister,
Mary simply sits at his feet and listens.
Both Mary and Martha serve, yet Mary
understands the priority and
the necessity of choosing to
focus on Christ.
I know what you're thinking:
If Mary had helped Martha,
the work would be finished
and they could both sit down.
Not the point.
Jesus affirmed that Mary chose
the better thing
when she sat at her Master’s feet,
not because she was escaping
responsibilities.
She knew when Jesus was
in the room, nothing
else mattered.
If you’re feeling dusty,
drained, or drowsy,
Isaiah 28:12 says,
“This is the refreshing”.
When we carve time for the
“better thing” in the busyness,
God shows up with strength.
What is taking your focus?
What are you choosing?
Do you have a time set
aside to sit and listen to His voice?
Whether you're waiting in line or
working at a desk, making time with
God a priority promises
refreshing renewal.
We never have to
wait in line to meet
with Jesus.
Prayer: Lord, be with each student,
parent, and beginning a new
school year and renew our desire
to spend time with You.
