Martha and Mary both loved Jesus. Martha opened her house to him and his disciples. Martha wanted to be a good host, so she was busy with all the preparations that had to be made. Mary listened to Jesus while sitting at his feet. She was listening carefully to what Jesus said.
Martha was upset with Mary because she wasn’t helping her with the preparations. She did not say anything to Mary about it, but she did say something to Jesus. She complained. She was hurt. She believed Jesus didn’t care for her because Mary wasn’t helping and he did nothing about it. Martha felt less than. Martha was worried and upset.
Jesus acknowledged Martha’s feelings. He knew she was preparing food for him and his disciples. However, he said, “Only one thing is needed. Mary has chosen what is better, and it will not be taken away from her.” I cry because I identify with Martha. I am always busy with the Lord’s work. I need to make sure I do the one thing that is needed, listen to Jesus at his feet; meditate, pray, and study.
