Luke 10:38-42

We all have different personalities, gifts from God, and we must learn to respect all people for the person that they are and will become in Christ. We are changed precept upon precept and we are all a work in progress. God loves us in each stage of our sanctification.


Martha was distracted by the amount of serving she had to do. Her complaint to Jesus indicates that she was irritated that her sister was not helping her. Jesus’ tender reply is evident in the double address of Martha, Martha. He notes that Martha was anxiety-ridden over ordinary matters. Mary was a silent example. She said nothing, but did what was right by devoting herself to Jesus’ teaching.

38 Now it happened as they went that He entered a certain village; and a certain woman named Martha welcomed Him into her house. 39 And she had a sister called Mary, who also sat at Jesus’ feet and heard His word. 40 But Martha was distracted with much serving, and she approached Him and said, “Lord, do You not care that my sister has left me to serve alone? Therefore tell her to help me.”

41 And Jesus answered and said to her, “Martha, Martha, you are worried and troubled about many things. 42 But one thing is needed, and Mary has chosen that good part, which will not be taken away from her.”