Martha vs. Mary. Doing stuff vs Just Hanging out with Jesus. Preparing vs Listening.
I am good at doing nothing. I wouldn't say I am listening to You or even hanging out with You, but I do love to just sit around. Back about ten years ago, I would never do that. I had to be doing something constantly - was always busy. But, as I've gotten older and maybe wiser, I've realized that the soul does need a little rest.
Now, I am adamant about the Sabbath. Now, I have no problem just sitting on my couch and watching something dumb.
Is this what You were talking about? I am not sure. Mary was listening to You. Mary was spending time with You. Would You consider what I am doing that? I don't think so.
But, I will say that I have a much healthier view of who I am. My worth is not determined by the amount of things that I do in a day. If I rest, it is not a sign of weakness, but a sign of wisdom. Yes, there has to be a balance, and I know that there are times when I'm on the wrong side of that, but I'd much rather be where I am today than where I was ten years ago.
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