06/03/2026
The Good Part - Mary's Choice
Scripture: "'Martha, Martha,' the Lord answered, '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.'" - Luke 10:41-42
Reflection:
Martha was doing good things—hospitality, service, responsibility. But she was consumed by worry, bothered by circumstances, and anxious about outcomes. Mary, meanwhile, did only two things: she sat at Jesus' feet and listened to His teaching.
Jesus didn't correct Mary for not helping. He corrected Martha for not choosing the good part.
The good part isn't busyness for God—it's being with God. It's not serving Him from a place of anxiety, but sitting with Him in peace. Martha wanted to create a memorable moment for Jesus, but she missed the moment with Jesus.
How often do we do the same? We're so busy doing things for God that we miss being with God.
Application:
Evaluate your spiritual life honestly. Are you more like Martha or Mary? Are you busy serving God while anxious and bothered, or are you sitting at His feet in peace? Today, cancel one "productive" activity and simply sit with Jesus. Read Scripture slowly. Pray without a list. Just be with Him. This is the good part that will never be taken from you.
Prayer:
Jesus, forgive me for being so busy serving You that I've neglected sitting with You. I've been worried and upset about many things when only one thing is necessary. Help me choose the good part today. I want to know You, not just work for You. Quiet my anxious heart as I rest at Your feet. Amen.