Saint Athanasius Lutheran Church

Today’s message reflects on the story of Mary and Martha, highlighting how Jesus gently redirects Martha—not because of her serving, but because of the division it caused. Mary had chosen the “good portion”: sitting at Jesus’ feet to receive His Word. That same Word speaks life, peace, and forgiveness to us today. Jesus didn’t come to be served, but to serve—and to heal the brokenness sin causes, including the divisions in our hearts and relationships. In the midst of anxiety, criticism, or grief, He calls us back to Himself. The one thing necessary is not our doing, but receiving His love, mercy, and grace. That’s the good portion, and it will not be taken away.