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Mary and Martha

Journey to Jerusalem

Luke 10:42

Luke 10:38–42

38As Jesus and his disciples continued their journey, he came to a village where a woman named Martha welcomed him into her home. 39Martha had a sister named Mary, who sat at Jesus' feet and listened to what he was teaching. 40But Martha was overwhelmed with all the preparations. She came to Jesus and said, "Lord, doesn't it bother you that my sister has left me to do all the work by myself? Tell her to come help me!" 41Jesus answered her, “Martha, Martha, you are anxious and troubled about many things. 42But one thing is needful: and Mary has chosen that good part, which will not be taken away from her.

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What happened?

Jesus came to a village where a woman named Martha welcomed him into her home. Her sister Mary sat at Jesus' feet and listened to his words, while Martha was busy with all the serving. When Martha complained, Jesus told her that Mary had chosen the good part, which would not be taken away from her.

Who is here?

  • Martha
  • Mary of Bethany

Where this fits

Event 3 of 13 in Journey to Jerusalem: Jesus sets out for Jerusalem, teaching and healing along the way.

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