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The Hostess

Posted by Dion Todd January 12th, 2025 1,001 Views 25 Comments

As they went on their way, he entered into a certain village, and a certain woman named Martha received him into her house. She had a sister called Mary, who also sat at Jesus' feet, and heard his word. But Martha was distracted with much serving, and she came up to him, and said, "Lord, don't you care that my sister left me to serve alone? Ask her therefore to help me." Jesus answered her, "Martha, Martha, you are anxious and troubled about many things, but one thing is needed. Mary has chosen the good part, which will not be taken away from her." Luke 10:38-42 WEB.

Mary and Martha were sisters who lived in the town of Bethany. They were very different people, as sisters often are. Martha was probably the elder, and she invited Jesus to her home. Then, like a good host, Martha set about serving all the guests. She was very busy with all the preparation, and she became distracted.

Soon the visitation of Jesus became a chore to her, and the joy of serving became a frustration. Martha was anxious and troubled about many trivial things that evening. She became so busy working that she missed a chance to spend time with Jesus while He was there. It turns out that was the most important part of the evening, for all too soon, Jesus was gone.

Mary delighted in listening to Jesus. She sat at His feet and listened to Him teach while Martha continued working. Finally, Martha got so upset with all the serving that she approached Jesus and said, "tell Mary to help me." Jesus refused and said that Mary had chosen what was best, and it wouldn't be taken away from her.

When you get busy, under pressure, and a lot of people depend on you, it is easy to feel the weight of the world on your shoulders. You may feel as if you don't get this done today that it will be the most horrible thing in the world, but it won't.

You may even lose focus on the Lord and what is actually important. You start to focus on your performance or lack thereof. We flatter ourselves by thinking that we are so important. When we are dead, the world will continue on just as it did yesterday because it does not revolve around us.

Don't get so busy that you no longer enjoy your life, because there is coming a time when it will be gone. God is the one who makes the sunrise in the morning, not us. So keep your priorities straight. Make God a part of your life, and set aside time for Him intentionally. Don't turn your relationship with God into a chore, and then blame Him for visiting you.

Prayer: Heavenly Father, help me to see the big picture and not get so caught up in the details of serving You. Please bring the joy of the Lord back into my life and refresh my spirit. In the name of Jesus Christ, I pray. Amen!

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Post from Dan Remley

Dan Remley commented on Dion Todd's blog post: The Hostess

1 day ago


Lord, I can't imagine losing focus on you. With you in my life it's very peaceful and loving. I know there are days when things may not go to my liking but even then you help me to get through them. Thank you Father. I love you and your son Jesus my savior. Amen ❤️



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Comment from Sylvia Todd

21 hours ago

Amen, brother 🙏!


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6 hours ago

🫶 Love you friend. You do so much to help me spirituality❤️



Post from Shara Abel

Shara Abel commented on Dion Todd's blog post: The Hostess

18 hours ago


Wow, so very very true... the devil can keep us so busy with things that really don't matter in the end, things and situations that use up our energy and wear us out, and we miss the most important part of the big picture. Lord help me focus on the things that are truly important, and give me the wisdom to see the difference. Thank you for this reminder, Pastor.




Post from Paul Forti

Paul Forti commented on Dion Todd's blog post: The Hostess

1 day ago


Good morning it’s a beautiful day!



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Comment from Dan Remley

1 day ago

It sure is pastor Paul. I hope you had a great day. Full of love and happiness ❤️


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Comment from Sylvia Todd

1 day ago

Good morning, Pastor Paul 🌻!



Post from Liesel aka lisa Wardle

Liesel aka lisa Wardle commented on Dion Todd's blog post: The Hostess

1 day ago


What a lesson for me today, thank you Pastor Dion!!! Thinking of Ecclesiastes, chapter 3, "There is a time for everything, and a season for every activity. . ." and Mary chose wisely!! The Lord walked 33 years on earth before He returned to the Father! That is why we need discernment, thinking of myself right now, there has to be a balance, naturally, and we/I need to pray for discernment, to make time for the Lord and seek Him first, to listen and to grow!! So blessed again and encouraged and ready to go on, to face another week with the good Lord by my side!!! Thank you Jesus!!!🙏



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Comment from Dan Remley

1 day ago

That wonderful Liesel . Amen ❤️



Post from Sylvia Todd

Sylvia Todd commented on Dion Todd's blog post: The Hostess

1 day ago


Good morning, y'all, praying you have a blessed and peaceful Sunday! 🌻🙏😊



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Comment from Dan Remley

1 day ago

Thank you Sylvia. I hope you and pastor Dion had a wonderful day. I wish the same for are beautiful RHM family ❤️


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Comment from Susan Petho

1 day ago

Good morning, Sylvia, and RHM family!


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Comment from Michele Copley

1 day ago

Sunday blessings Sister Sylvia, oh, thanks so much saying prayers being so thoughtful of everybody, caring and kind, you are~ both you and Dion...have a wonderful, very good week! ☔⛅🌞


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Amen and Amen, Michele!!! Blessings upon our sister Sylvia and Pastor Dion, and you as well!! "Numbers 6:24-26" 🙏



Post from Yvette York

Yvette York commented on Dion Todd's blog post: The Hostess

1 day ago


AMEN Good Morning Everyone Have A Blessed Sunday 😀



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Comment from Dan Remley

1 day ago

I hope your day was wonderful Yvette ❤️


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Comment from Sylvia Todd

1 day ago

Happy Sunday, Yvette 🌻!


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Comment from Lynn Brown

1 day ago

You too, Yvette!😊



Post from Scott Riegelmann

Scott Riegelmann commented on Dion Todd's blog post: The Hostess

1 day ago


Amen, Good Sunday morning everyone, I love you all and pray your day begins with time for Jesus!



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Comment from Dan Remley

1 day ago

Love you as well brother. ❤️


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Comment from Dion Todd

1 day ago

We love you as well, Brother 😀


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Comment from Liesel aka lisa Wardle

1 day ago

Love you too, Scott ❣️🙏


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Comment from Sylvia Todd

1 day ago

Happy Sunday, Scott 🌻!



Post from Candy Laventure

Candy Laventure commented on Dion Todd's blog post: The Hostess

1 day ago


Good morning everyone.
Amen!



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Comment from Dan Remley

1 day ago

I hope your day was blessed Candy❤️


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Comment from Michele Copley

1 day ago

Good day Sunday devotional it is! Happy week to you, Candy!


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Comment from Sylvia Todd

1 day ago

Good morning, Candy 🌻!



Post from Mari Kaufmann

Mari Kaufmann commented on Dion Todd's blog post: The Hostess

1 day ago


Yes God Amen




Post from Wesley Paulus

Wesley Paulus commented on Dion Todd's blog post: The Hostess

1 day ago


Amen!




Post from Marisa Jackson

Marisa Jackson commented on Dion Todd's blog post: The Hostess

1 day ago


Amen 🙏🙏🙏!! Amen 🙏🙏🙏!! Amen🙏❤️🙏❤️🙏!!




Post from Schalk de Beer

Schalk de Beer commented on Dion Todd's blog post: The Hostess

1 day ago


Yes Abba Father, in Jesus's name I pray, amen.




Post from Susan Petho

Susan Petho commented on Dion Todd's blog post: The Hostess

1 day ago


Amen!




Post from Craig Mondello

Craig Mondello commented on Dion Todd's blog post: The Hostess

1 day ago


YES and amen!




Post from Lynn Brown

Lynn Brown commented on Dion Todd's blog post: The Hostess

1 day ago


Amen! Let me always focus on You, Jesus.




Post from Wanda Pennington

Wanda Pennington commented on Dion Todd's blog post: The Hostess

1 day ago


Amen and Amen. Thank You Lord Jesus




Post from Bella Colliander

Bella Colliander commented on Dion Todd's blog post: The Hostess

1 day ago


Amen Lord!🕊️




Post from Theresa Bright

Theresa Bright commented on Dion Todd's blog post: The Hostess

1 day ago


Amen 🙏🏻




Post from Debi Burton

Debi Burton commented on Dion Todd's blog post: The Hostess

1 day ago


Heavenly Father, help me to see the big picture and not get so caught up in the details of serving You. Please bring the joy of the Lord back into my life and refresh my spirit. In the name of Jesus Christ, I pray. Amen! ❤️🤟🏻




Post from Kay Collinsworth

Kay Collinsworth commented on Dion Todd's blog post: The Hostess

1 day ago


Amen




Post from Brenda F

Brenda F commented on Dion Todd's blog post: The Hostess

1 day ago


Amen




Post from Dana Rozell

Dana Rozell commented on Dion Todd's blog post: The Hostess

1 day ago


Amen!




Post from Elena Vasquez

Elena Vasquez commented on Dion Todd's blog post: The Hostess

2 days ago


Amen




Post from Celeste Strenn

Celeste Strenn commented on Dion Todd's blog post: The Hostess

2 days ago


Amen🙏






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