One Thing Necessary

July 12, 2026 • RD McClenagan • Luke 10:38–42

This Sunday, RD teaches from Luke 10:38–42, where Mary and Martha illustrate two different ways of relating to Jesus. Mary sits at His feet as a disciple, while Martha becomes distracted and overwhelmed by serving. Although Martha’s work is good, her anxious striving leaves her fragmented, reactive, and focused on controlling her circumstances rather than receiving from Christ. Jesus compassionately reminds her that only one thing is truly necessary, and Mary has chosen the better portion by prioritizing time with Him. The passage does not call believers to abandon responsibilities but to order their lives around abiding in Christ, allowing service and activity to flow from security in His love rather than a need for approval or control. Jesus continues to invite distracted and weary people to return to Him again and again, trusting His grace to unite their hearts and help them live at the pace of the Spirit. 

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