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  • Jofrey Bustamante avatar

    Auto Focus Or Out Of Focus

    Contributed by Jofrey Bustamante on Oct 7, 2009
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    To have a life that is auto focus on God, we need to have our Devotion and Duty in perfect balance.

    Luke 10:38 As they were traveling along, Jesus went into a village. A woman named Martha welcomed him into her home. Luke 10:39 She had a sister named Mary. Mary sat at the Lord’s feet and listened to him talk. Luke 10:40 But Martha was upset about all the work she had to do. So she asked, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Joseph Smith avatar

    Frantic Work Or Focused Life

    Contributed by Joseph Smith on Oct 26, 2009
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    Wisdom lies in knowing when to be busy and when to be reflective. Both Martha and Mary wanted the affirmation of Jesus. But it always comes by grace alone.

    Author Sam Keen, in his provocative little book called Apology for Wonder, tells us the lesson he learned as young boy swimming in the Indian River inlet on the Delaware coast. Keen says that swimming there was very tricky, because the outgoing waters from the bay met the incoming tides waves from ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    What’s The Rush?

    Contributed by Victor Yap on Dec 28, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
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    Martha and Mary

    WHAT’S THE RUSH? (LUKE 10:38-42) Hong Kong is an extremely busy city. After a year in Hong Kong, I have done my best to keep up. Every working day in Hong Kong, I rush for the 7:24 am Ma Wan ferry, arriving around 16 minutes (7:40 a.m) later at Tsuen Wan West, where I have two minutes to get to the ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    The Same Old Body With Lots Of New Choices

    Contributed by Tom Lance on Jan 7, 2010
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    The Same Old Body with Lots of New Choices-New's Year's Resolution

    The Same Old Body with Lots of New Choices Luke 10: 41-42, Mark 5:19, Mark 10:21 Well today my message is…The Same Old Body with Lots of New Choices. I don't know why that scale says 232 pounds. I don't know what Ian was trying to say there. But anyway… We have lots of new choices ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

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    "A Woman's Place"

    Contributed by Ken Sauer on Jul 14, 2010
    based on 6 ratings
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    God is Love, Grace, and Forgiveness. We need not worry about coming into God’s Presence. Love, Grace, Forgiveness. That is what it boils down to--not rules, regulations, punishments and anger!!!

    Luke 10:38-42 “A Woman’s Place” By: Ken Sauer, Pastor of East ridged United Methodist Church, Chattanooga, TN A friend from seminary once told me a story about her call to the ordained ministry. It came when she was feeling small. She was just fifteen. ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

  • Clarence Eisberg avatar

    Mary, Martha And Martha Stewart Churches

    Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Jul 14, 2010
    based on 6 ratings
     | 11,995 views

    The title and some illustrations come from Leonard Sweet and Max Lucado's book A Gentle Thunder. the theme is "what is the one thing needful"? the answer "Jesus"

    In Jesus Holy Name July 18, 2010 Text: Luke 10:38-39 Redeemer “Mary, Martha & the Martha Stewart Church” “Every church needs a Martha. Change that. Every church needs a hundred Marthas. Sleeves rolled up and ready. They keep the pace for the church. Because of ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    The Better Part

    Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Jul 15, 2010
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    This sermon examines the dichotomy between the behavior of Martha and Mary.

    The Better Part – Luke 10: 38-42 Intro: Jesse had just returned home after a long, hard day working as an attorney. As she stood in her kitchen trying to mentally unwind and prepare herself for a relaxing evening at home, her husband came through the door. The first words out of his mouth ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Too Far In Either Direction

    Contributed by Charles Mallory on Jul 17, 2010
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    Learning from Mary and Martha’s responses, we can see why it is important to maintain a proper balance between discipleship and spiritual work.

    OUR SPIRITUAL LIVES CAN SOMETIMES BE LIKENED TO A PENDULUM OF A CLOCK. ONE DAY OUR FAITH SWINGS FORWARD IN ZEAL AND DESIRE AND BEFORE YOU KNOW IT OUR FAITH SWINGS BACKWARD BY THE FORCES OF BUSYNESS AND DISTRACTIONS. IT IS TRULY A FINE BALANCE BETWEEN DOING TOO MUCH FOR GOD AND STEPPING BACK AND ...read more

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    Denomination: Free Methodist

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    The Church Needs Marthas

    Contributed by Ronald Harbaugh on Jul 17, 2010
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     | 6,394 views

    A sermon for the 8th Sunday after Pentecost, proper 11, series C.

    8th Sunday after Pentecost [Pr. 11] July 18, 2010 “Series C” Grace be unto you and peace, from God our Father and from our Lord, Jesus Christ. Amen. Let us pray: Dear Heavenly Father, in Jesus, your incarnate Son, you came among us and opened your door to us; help ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Distracted, Deaf, And Disturbed

    Contributed by Scott Jensen on Jul 18, 2010
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    Mary and Martha both knew Jesus, but Mary was doing what was more important. Sometimes, we need to spend time dedicated to God, and away from the fast paced, hectic way of the world.

    Distracted, Deaf, and Disturbed Luke 10:38-42 Introduction The story from today’s gospel message centers on the actions of two individuals, Martha and Mary. The Apostle John tells us that Martha and Mary were the sisters of Lazarus and very close to Jesus. It’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Priorities

    Contributed by Bill Butsko on Jul 18, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 13,558 views

    The number one priority in life should be seeking the kingdom of God.

    Text: “But seek first the kingdom of God and his righteousness and all these things will be given to you….” (Matthew 6:33). The word “seek” means to “look for,” “search for” or “try to find.” All of us have looked for things or ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    The Church Needs Your : Presence / Time Series

    Contributed by Jeffrey Sims on Feb 6, 2014
     | 6,588 views

    This series is based on the pledge we make as united Methodist to support the church with our Presence , Prayers and Gifts. Todays Sermon gets us focused on the importance of spending time with Jesus

    The story at the beginning of this sermon is not mine but it is all over the internet so I don't know who to give credit to. Key verse Matthew 25:14-30 Today’s Verse Luke 10: 41-42 Satan called a Meeting with his evil angels one day. This is what Satan said, "We can't keep the Christians ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Do Not Settle For The Distracted Life

    Contributed by David Taylor on Feb 20, 2014
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    Being an Authentic Follower of Jesus: Do Not Settle for the Distracted Life

    Being an Authentic Follower of Jesus: Do Not Settle for the Distracted Life Luke 10:38-42 This story is of two sisters, Martha and Mary. Martha is older, more aggressive and although she is the main character here she is not the hero. Mary is younger, more timid and every time we see her she is ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Do Not Settle For The Distracted Life

    Contributed by David Taylor on Feb 27, 2014
     | 4,531 views

    Being an Authentic Follower of Jesus: Do Not Settle for the Distracted Life

    Being an Authentic Follower of Jesus: Do Not Settle for the Distracted Life Luke 10:38-42 This story is of two sisters, Martha and Mary. Martha is older, more aggressive and although she is the main character here she is not the hero. Mary is younger, more timid and every time we see her she is ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Social Skills Required From Jesus To Sort The Tantrums.

    Contributed by Gordon Mcculloch on Jan 24, 2014
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,043 views

    At first glance this Gospel reading is very uninspiring; and read over it quickly, but there is much more to this story than meets the eye; its message, the social skills and the tantrums hide some secrets that lay hidden. Read on and enjoy …

    Amos 8:1-12 Psalm 52 Colossians 1:15-28 Luke 10:38-42 Summary: At first glance this Gospel reading is very uninspiring; and read over it quickly, but there is much more to this story than meets the eye; its message, the social skills and the tantrums hide some secrets that lay hidden. Read on and ...read more

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    Denomination: Episcopal