Called: God Can Use Mary OR Martha

We all have a tendency to compare. We know we shouldn’t. But sometimes, we fall into the trap. We can’t help but measure God’s will in our lives against what we see as His will in the lives of others. In such cases, the criticisms that we have for each other begin to feed the doubts that we form about God. Remember, God’s call in our lives is unique.One Bible story in particular explores this problem — that of Mary and Martha hosting Jesus in their home. The sisters respond to Jesus in contrasting ways, creating a familiar tension that’s very much avoidable. It’s an intriguing reflection of faith and priorities, leaving us with compelling questions over the best way to honor God.