The Busy Family
The Busy Family
Navigating Family – Part 4
“Follow God’s example, therefore, as dearly loved children and walk in the way of love, just as Christ loved us and gave himself up for us as a fragrant offering and sacrifice to God.” Ephesians 5:1-2 (NIV)
Battling Busyness
- Identify the cause.
- Life’s demands
“…Martha opened HER home to him…” vs. 38 (NIV)
- Unexpected events
“But Martha was DISTRACTED by all the PREPARATIONS that had to be made…” vs. 40 (NIV)
- Our need for affirmation
“…‘Lord, DON’T YOU CARE that my sister has left me to do the work by myself? Tell her to help me!’” 40b (NIV)
“See what great love the Father has lavished on us, that we should be called children of God! And that is what we are!” 1 John 3:1 (NIV)
2. Rethink my view of time
“Teach us to number our days, that we may gain a heart of wisdom.” Psalm 90:12 (NIV)
“‘Martha, Martha,’ the Lord answered, ‘you are worried and upset about many things, but few things are needed—or indeed only one.’” vs. 41-42 (NIV)
3. Remember to rest
“In vain you rise early and stay up late, toiling for food to eat— for he grants sleep to those he loves.” Psalm 127:2 (NIV)
“…Mary, who sat at the Lord’s feet listening to what he said… has chosen what is better, and it will not be taken away from her.” vs. 39; 42 (NIV)
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