7/18/2024
<br>Author: Mike Kelley
<br>Title: Mike's Minute
<br><br>As Jesus and his disciples were on their way, he came to a village where a woman named Martha opened her home to him. She had a sister called Mary, who sat at the Lord’s feet listening to what he said. But Martha was distracted by all the preparations that had to be made. She came to him and asked, “Lord, don’t you care that my sister has left me to do the work by myself? <br>Tell her to help me.”<br><br>Luke 10:38-40<br><br>Hard workers (like Martha) beware! Note three potential problems...<br><br>First, while asking for help (a legitimate request), you point to your own accomplishments (prideful). <br><br>Second, while calling Jesus Lord (certainly appropriate), you question his judgment with implied criticism that he is not directing his team effectively (suggesting you are a better chief than he is). <br><br>Third, while acknowledging your relationship to another person (Martha referred to her sister), you criticize that person for failing to follow your lead (imposing your will as right and good just because it’s productive). <br><br>A better way...<br><br>Never assume your own greatness.<br>*Support others in their special role. <br>*Ask Jesus for instructions and direction first, then get to work. <br><br>Follow that way and you will hear the words spoken of you that Jesus spoke concerning Mary in this text...<br><br>“Mary has chosen what is better, and it will not be taken away from her” (verse 42). <br>