Luke 10:38–41: Mary, sitting intently at Jesus’ feet, understood what even the apostles had missed. Though Jesus had repeatedly spoken plainly of his death, the disciples just could not accept it. The concept of a suffering Messiah did not coincide with their expectations of One who would deliver them from Roman oppression. But Mary, listening to Jesus’ words more carefully, understood that he would die. So she anointed him for burial. The insight of these two sisters—evidenced in Martha’s grand confession and in Mary’s grand anointing of Jesus—came from the fact that they had given themselves to “one thing”—the “better” thing—listening to the Word of God.
Mary, sitting intently at Jesus’ feet, understood what even the apostles had missed. Though Jesus had repeatedly spoken plainly of his death, the disciples just could not accept it. The concept of a suffering Messiah did not coincide with their expectations of One who would deliver them from Roman oppression. But Mary, listening to Jesus’ words more carefully, understood that he would die. So she anointed him for burial. The insight of these two sisters—evidenced in Martha’s grand confession and in Mary’s grand anointing of Jesus—came from the fact that they had given themselves to “one thing”—the “better” thing—listening to the Word of God. 1
Your Word is Truth
Being busy for God, but ignoring your fellowship with God, is a tragic mistake. If you have to chose one, be at His feet first. That is where the daily instructions are given and the Holy Spirit’s power is received.
My soul melts from heaviness; Strengthen me according to Your word. –Psalm 119:28
You Alone are God
At the feet of Jesus is where we learn to love, and learn to live. – TWEET IT
Your Will be Done
Lord, thank You for the quiet times when I am all alone with You.
1. Hughes, R. K. (1998). Luke: that you may know the truth. Wheaton, IL: Crossway Books.
