Choose the Good Part

 Luke 10:41,42
 And Jesus answered and said unto her, Martha, Martha, thou art careful and troubled about many things...But one thing is needful: and Mary hath chosen that good part, which shall not be taken away from her.

Much has been said and written about these two ladies. Martha cared about making sure everything was in place and ready when guests arrived. Mary didn’t stress out about being ready, she wanted to spend time with Jesus. It is hard to fault Martha. It could be said that she was showing her love for Jesus by doing acts of kindness. Martha was upset with Mary for not helping out and leaving all the work to her. There are many lessons here that can be made, but Jesus had something to say to Martha that we also can take notice. Life and doing good can cause us to stress out, especially if we are not getting any help, but Jesus desires that we take time out of our busy day to sit at His feet and spend time alone with Him. Tomorrow will take care of itself, seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and let God fill us with His love and presence. He also desires that we serve and do good to others, but we best not neglect what is most important. Take time to be with Jesus. Choose the good part. Everything else can wait.

Let Us Ponder

 Luke 2:19
But Mary kept all these things, and pondered them in her heart.

We all find ourselves pondering from time to time. Sometimes our thinking is carried away with things that could have been, if only. We stop and often think and dream of the possibilities in life. As the word went out that a baby was born in Bethlehem, and this baby was to be the Savior of Israel, Mary wondered and mused to herself what all this would mean. How would all this come to pass? How could this baby save the world? We often face situations in life that cause us to wonder what will happen next. Mary really had no idea what the future would bring. She only knew that this child was of God, and her life was dedicated to raising this child. We don’t know what the future holds, we only have today to do what is best. To follow the light that God gives us and to do as He commands. Let us ponder on faith to believe God to take care of our loved ones and trust Him that all will work out to His Glory.

Ponder On Jesus

Luke 2:19 But Mary kept all these things, and pondered them in her heart.

Christmas activities are coming to an end. Potlucks, church dinners, recitals, parties, programs, caroling, and white elephant gift exchanges. All were done in the spirit of the Christmas season. Christmas Eve and Day will wrap up the festivities of this special occasion. But, have we taken the time to ponder the reason for the season. Yes, we know the real reason, but do we really ponder the wonderful love of God. God, who so loved the world, sent His Son to earth to live and die among us. To be the everlasting gift of salvation. The gift of forgiveness, the burden of sin is gone, our sins cast into the sea of forgetfulness. His Spirit given to us to abide in us, and lead us on this earthly journey. Ponder the gift of hope, love, joy and peace. Ponder and think on Jesus. Like Mary, let us take time to ponder these things in our heart.

Mary, The Mother of Jesus

May 11^th, 2008

Mother’s Day, a special day set aside to give tribute to mothers who have bared the God given responsibility to bring new life into this world. This day is to honor mothers for their life and dedication to bring up their children in the fear of the Lord. Mothers are not perfect, but they strive to do their best to bring glory to God by instructing their children to live for God. Like Mary, all mothers can have favor with God.

Mother Highly Favored (Luke 1:28-30)

• News from an angel
• The desire of every Jewish women
• Confounded by the angels words
• Having favor with God- Do we live to please Him?

Mother’s Heart Kept (Luke 2:46-52)

• A concern mother for her young
• A mother’s heart looks after the well being of her young

Mother’s Hurt (John 2:1-5)

• Time to cut the strings
• A time to let go and leave them in God’s care
• We always give honor to parents
• Obeying and loving God is most important

Mother Honored ((John 19:25-27)

• God provides comfort in time of suffering
• Jesus made provision for his mother
• Children honor your parents

Mother’s Harmony (Acts 1:14)

• She was with one accord with other
• In tuned with God through prayer