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Intimacy Over Activity!

but only one thing is needed. Mary has chosen what is better, and it will not be taken away from her." Luke 10:42

Martha is worried about something good; having Jesus over for dinner. Her aim is to please Him. So far, so good. But she makes a common mistake, one a lot of us make - her work becomes more important than her Lord. What begins as a serving experience becomes a self-serving one. She forgets that the meal is to honor Jesus, not Martha. Sound familiar?

Listen to her: 'Lord, don't You care that my sister has left me to do the work by myself? Tell her to help me!' And what did Jesus say to her? 'Martha, Martha...you are worried and upset about many things, but only one thing is needed. Mary has chosen what is better...' (Luke 10:40-41). And what had Mary chosen? Intimacy over activity especially religious activity designed to make us personally look good.

But this also happens to those who love the Lord, who are not involved in religious work. It's amazing how many bright, successful people reach the point of burnout because they've neglected their relationship with God. Oh they never intended to; it's just that they've learned to make it on their own and haven't been forced to rely on Him. Or they've bought into a religious compartmentalization of God, as if He's just another weekly appointment, a client needing their attention on Sunday mornings. Understand this: until you establish your relationship with God as the foundation of your life, you'll struggle with finding your true purpose, enjoying the fruit of your labor, and experiencing '...the peace of God, that passeth all understanding...' (Philippians 4:7).

Prayer
Heavenly Father, help me to keep my focus, my priorities, my life centered on you – my creator and Redeemer. In Your Precious Name, Amen