As you prepare for this week's worship, I encourage you to read through the scripture passage, Luke 10:38-42, and then take time to consider the questions below:
Luke 10:38 As Jesus and the disciples continued on their way to Jerusalem, they came to a certain village where a woman named Martha welcomed him into her home. 39 Her sister, Mary, sat at the Lord’s feet, listening to what he taught. 40 But Martha was distracted by the big dinner she was preparing. She came to Jesus and said, “Lord, doesn’t it seem unfair to you that my sister just sits here while I do all the work? Tell her to come and help me.”
Luke 10:41 But the Lord said to her, “My dear Martha, you are worried and upset over all these details! 42 There is only one thing worth being concerned about. Mary has discovered it, and it will not be taken away from her.”
Questions for Reflection:
- Consider the two characters of Mary and Martha. Who do you resonate more with – Mary the contemplative, or Martha the activist?
- Martha arguably had the gift of hospitality (Luke 10:38). What is the significance of food and meals and hospitality in the life and ministry of Jesus – how can we develop hospitality and open homes/hearts in our lives?
- What distracts you from spending time with Jesus?
- Is there anyone whose relationship with Jesus you are jealous of?
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