At Jesus’ Feet

Will God help me when I’m overwhelmed?

God’s Response

Her sister, Mary, sat at the Lord’s feet, listening to what he taught. But Martha was distracted by the big dinner she was preparing. She came to Jesus and said, “Lord, doesn’t it seem unfair to you that my sister just sits here while I do all the work? Tell her to come and help me.”But the Lord said to her, “My dear Martha, you are worried and upset over all these details! There is only one thing worth being concerned about. Mary has discovered it, and it will not be taken away from her.” Luke 10:39-42

Mary and Martha both loved Jesus. On this occasion, they were both serving him, but Martha was trying so hard to serve that she was neglecting her guest and getting weighed down by his visit. Worry overwhelms the mind; God’s Word relaxes the mind and puts it at peace by telling us how to overcome worry. The next time you feel beleaguered, maybe you need to sit at Jesus’ feet and listen to him.

This Is Promising

I am leaving you with a gift—peace of mind and heart. . . . So don’t be troubled or afraid. John 14:27