Captain's meditation on Luke 10:38-42

Luke 10:38-42 At the Home of Martha and Mary
38 As Jesus and his disciples were on their way, he came to a village where a woman named Martha opened her home to him. 39 She had a sister called Mary, who sat at the Lord's feet listening to what he said. 40 But Martha was distracted by all the preparations that had to be made. She came to him and asked, "Lord, don't you care that my sister has left me to do the work by myself? Tell her to help me!" 41 "Martha, Martha," the Lord answered, "you are worried and upset about many things, 42 but only one thing is needed. Mary has chosen what is better, and it will not be taken away from her."

Jesus Himself was in their home. That is an amazing thought by itself. Make sure you realize that God Himself through His Holy Spirit is with you everywhere you go today (your home included). It's also important to realize that they opened their home to him. He is always wanting to come close to you, but you must be open to receive Him. During this busy season, it is right to serve the Lord by serving the "least of these". Touch others in His name, do "intakes", make food boxes, prep the chapel, prepare bible studies, plan services, plan holiday meals, do street ministry, etc., etc., etc., but make sure that you don't leave Him sitting there while you run around busy. Make sure you have opened yourself to be beside Him throughout your day, and also be sure you spend some time alone .... ... still... ... sitting at the feet of Jesus.

I leave you with these words from the song by John Wesley...
LO! I come with joy to do The Master's blessed will;
Him in outward works pursue, And serve his pleasure still;
Faithful to my Lord's commands, I still would choose the better part,
Serve with careful Martha's hands, And loving Mary's heart.

Live holy, preach Jesus!

Tis the season to be busy and focussed.

To all our soldiers and freinds of The Salvation Army Homer Corps,

I just wanted to mention that during this Holy season I will be busy, but more than just busy I want to stay focussed on Christ. It will be my goal to update the blog as I am able, but instead of posting daily (as was my habit), I will most likely only post my sermons and possible one other a week until the new year. I had hoped to continue daily, but we'll see what the Lord allows. SO - Keep checking in for the sermon, and to see what comes next. I will plan to be faithful to God honoring blogs in the New Year.

During this season take every opportunity to point people to Christ.

Live holy, preach Jesus!

Sunday's Sermon - Don't miss miracles for "stuff"

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