50. Busy Is Not a Badge of Honor: The Truth About High-Capacity Women and Faith

We live in a world that praises being busy. Full schedules, full calendars, full plates. But what if all that “doing” is actually pulling us away from what matters most? In this episode, we dive into the story of Mary and Martha in Luke 10:38–42 and unpack what it really means to live with a Martha hand and a Mary heart.This conversation is not about choosing one over the other, it’s about learning how to serve, lead, and show up in your life without striving. We talk about the tension of being high-capacity women, the pressure to say yes to everything, and how distraction, overwhelm, and even resentment can creep in when we lose sight of His presence.This is a powerful reminder that Jesus never asked Martha to stop serving, He asked her to stop striving. If you’ve been feeling stretched thin, pulled in every direction, or wondering if you’re missing something deeper in your walk with God… this episode will meet you right where you are.Table TalkTake these questions into your week. Journal through them… or even better, invite a couple of friends over and open the Word together.First, read Luke 10:38–42.If Jesus looked at your schedule this week, would He say you chose the better thing?Where is busyness distracting you from what God is actually asking for your attention?What is one thing you could remove this week to make room for the one thing that matters most?Connect with host Sarah Birbeck: https://www.instagram.com/sarahhelenabirkbeck/Dreamers to Doers podcast is powered by Refresh:Website: https://www.refreshwomen.org/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/refresh_womenProduced by Hi Hello Labs: https://www.instagram.com/hihellolabs/