Martha, MarthA
“Martha, Martha,” the Lord answered, “you are worried and upset about many things, but only one thing is needed. Mary has chosen what is better, and it will not be taken away from her.” Luke 10:41-42
My quiet time in the early morning is priceless. These are the precious moments when I quietly sing my praises and dive deep into prayer for people and situations around me. Today was a little different because I was pressed for time. I had it in mind to cut some corners and make a cushion that would give me a little more wiggle room.
When I decided to drop some quiet time, I got an uncomfortable feeling in the pit of my stomach. I did the writing part but was going to skip the reading and Scripture. I closed my journal and put it on the shelf. That gnawing grew intense. I opened the devotional.
Here are the words Sarah Young had for me for today:
Come away with Me for a while. The world, with its nonstop demands can be put on hold. …You live among people who glorify busyness, they have made time a tyrant that controls their lives. Even those who know Me as Savior tend to march to the tempo of the world. …I have called you to follow Me on a solitary path, making time alone with Me your highest priority and deepest joy. It is a pathway largely unappreciated and often despised. However, you have chosen the better thing, which will never be taken from you. Moreover, as you walk close to Me, I can bless others through you.
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I want to be more like Mary but I struggle with that tyrant called Time. However, I did learn that He always miraculously makes minutes appear in my favor.
As I finished my reading and writing this morning, I began my day with great joy and peace.
That says it all!
Lord Jesus, thank You for speaking through the Holy Spirit and getting my attention. Please help me to get my priorities straight. I want to know You, not just know about You. AMEN.