Busy. That is how
I would describe my life right now.
There is always something to do.
Church activities, homeschooling, family life, tending to my Etsy shop
and from time to time I can squeeze in some house cleaning. It seems to be the same for others. We invite
people over and they have to schedule it a month in advance because their
calendars are full.
Not only are our days filled with activity but they are
also heavy laden with care. Unpaid bills,
uncertain jobs or health, unsaved loved ones and undesirable circumstances seem
to be foremost in our minds. We worry
about our children whether they are 3 or 23 or even older. Will they ever be potty trained? Will they make the right decisions about
their career?
Our hearts are weighed down by the cares of this life. We
seek relief in many different ways. A week at the beach. An hour at the gym. A good book or a funny TV
show. These things aren’t necessarily
wrong but are they best? What exactly does God’s Word say about soothing our
troubled souls?
“Now it came to pass, as they went, that he entered into a certain
village: and a certain woman named Martha received him into her house.
And she
had a sister called Mary, which also sat at Jesus' feet, and heard his word.
But Martha
was cumbered about much serving, and came to him, and said, Lord, dost thou not
care that my sister hath left me to serve alone? bid her therefore that she
help me.
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.” Luke 10:38-42
Like Martha, sometimes we become so busy with life that we forget
to sit at the feet of Jesus. We neglect
to take time to worship Him, pray and meditate on His Word. Sometimes we are oblivious to how troubled
our hearts have become until we need serious help. God promises rest for our souls. Let us purpose to spend time at his feet,
meditating on His precious promises.
“My flesh and my heart faileth: but God is the
strength of my heart, and my portion for ever.” Psalm 73:26
“Come unto me, all ye
that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you, and
learn of me; for I am meek and lowly in heart: and ye shall find rest unto your
souls.” Matthew 11:28-29
“Let not your heart be troubled: ye believe in
God, believe also in me.” John 14:1
“Casting all your care upon him for he careth for
you.” 1 Peter 5:7
What are your favorite verses for a weary soul?
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"... But one thing is needful: and Mary hath chosen that good part, which shall not be taken away from her.”
Very powerful words. Thanks so much, Karen.
I almost didn't read this because I was too busy!
In this live today we need this. Thanks.
Beautiful devotion, Karen. I do appreciate that your probably got it together, while your were in the midst of great busy-ness but you were/are guarding your heart (Proverbs 4:23). It's a beautiful to see.
What a great reminder to make Christ the centre of our life rather than being too busy for Him! I often fall into this trap and it's taken me many years to realise that there is so much to gain when I make it a priority to read God's word and pray.
Great thoughts! Thank you for sharing