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<v SPEAKER_00>How would you describe your usual pace in life?

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<v SPEAKER_00>Are you someone who hurries, stresses easily?

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<v SPEAKER_00>Are you often overwhelmed by your schedule?

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<v SPEAKER_00>You can read about a woman in the Bible named Martha who fits this description.

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<v SPEAKER_00>And as she kept her mind fixed on the tasks at hand while Jesus was at her house, his gentle rebuke is also a reminder for us today.

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<v SPEAKER_00>Luke 10, 41 through 42 says, Martha, Martha, the Lord answered, You are worried and upset about many things, but few things are needed, or indeed only one.

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<v SPEAKER_00>Mary has chosen what is better, and it will not be taken away from her.

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<v SPEAKER_00>What was it that her sister Mary chose?

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<v SPEAKER_00>It was to sit and rest in the presence of Jesus.

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<v SPEAKER_00>She recognized the priority in that moment.

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<v SPEAKER_00>Today we're going to pray for this same discernment as Mary and rest in the presence of Jesus who is with us.

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<v SPEAKER_00>Take a moment to thank Jesus that his presence is available to you right now.

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<v SPEAKER_00>Bring to him the responsibilities and pressures that often crowd out quiet time with him.

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<v SPEAKER_00>Mary showed, choosing what matters most.

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<v SPEAKER_00>You are worthy of my attention and my time.

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<v SPEAKER_00>Thank you for being with me.

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<v SPEAKER_00>Amen.