Now, as they went on their way, Jesus entered a village. And a woman named Martha welcomed him into her house. And she had a sister called Mary, who sat at the Lord's feet and listened to his teaching. But Martha was distracted with much serving. And she went up to him and said, "Lord, do you not care that my sister has left me to serve alone? Tell her then to help me." But the Lord answered her, "Martha, Martha, you are anxious and troubled about many things, but one thing is necessary. Mary has chosen the good portion, which will not be taken away from her." Luke 10:38-42 (ESV)
Organization and work are noble, yet the reason for being organized and working hard should never be forgotten. We organize and work so we can enjoy God and each other. If the work becomes the end goal, we will be left empty, lonely, tired, and frustrated.
Life is not meant to be frustrating, and when we are frustrated, we need to examine the whys, not necessarily the whats.
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