Monday 29th of July
Saints Martha, Mary and Lazarus
“Martha works; Mary listens.”
Luke 10:38-42
Jesus spoke to Mary and Martha as He did because at one time or another we are all like Martha. Life is so busy it’s hard to take a few minutes out of the day just to sit at Jesus’ feet. Jesus often equated love for Him, with keeping His word and His commandments. Yet, how can we keep His word and His commandments when we do not prioritise any time in our life to learn, ponder and apply them to our lives?
Many people relate so much with Martha. With a lot of work to be done, they become anxious and lose their peace of mind. Jesus is asking us to focus. If you are doing a household task, focus on it with joy and enthusiasm. Yet, be like Mary too. If it is your prayer time, concentrate on it and no one should distract you. The secret to a happy and successful life is a balance between work and prayer. Will you be more like Mary who chose the better part – that is, taking the opportunity to listen and reflect on the Word of God? No one will take this privilege away from you.