Luke 10:38-42
Now it came to pass, as they went, that he entered into a certain town: and a certain woman named Martha received him into her house. And she had a sister called Mary. who, sitting also at the Lord’s feet, heard his word. But Martha was busy about much serving. Who stood and said: Lord, hast thou no care that my sister hath left me alone to serve? Speak to her therefore, that she help me. And the Lord answering, said to her: Martha, Martha, thou art careful and art troubled about many things: But one thing is necessary. Mary hath chosen the best part, which shall not be taken away from her.
Martha and Mary offer two different responses to Jesus’ presence. Martha is busy serving, while Mary sits attentively at the Lord’s feet. Both service and prayer are important, but Jesus reminds us that listening to Him must come first. In a world filled with distractions and responsibilities, we can easily neglect time with God. This Gospel encourages us to cultivate a balance between action and contemplation. When we spend time in prayer, our service becomes more purposeful and rooted in God’s love.