Between Faith and Works
Luke 10: 38-42
Jesus Visits Martha and Mary
“Now as they went on their way, he entered a certain village where a woman named Martha welcomed him. She had a sister named Mary, who sat at Jesus’s feet and listened to what he was saying. But Martha was distracted by her many tasks, so she came to him and asked, “Lord, do you not care that my sister has left me to do all the work by myself? Tell her, then, to help me.” But the Lord answered her, “Martha, Martha, you are worried and distracted by many things, but few things are needed—indeed only one. Mary has chosen the better part, which will not be taken away from her.”
In United Methodist Church theology, faith and works are means of grace and works of mercy.
How do you balance faith and works in your life?
Mary listened deeply to Jesus. How does your faith inspire you to keep close to God and continue to work deeply on your faith?
When do you find yourself as a Martha and when do you find yourself as a Mary?