
Focus on Jesus
“Martha, Martha,” the Lord answered, “you are worried and upset about many things, but few things are needed—or indeed only one. Mary has chosen what is better, and it will not be taken away from her.”—Luke 10:41–42 (NIV)
For whoever has will be given more, and they will have an abundance.—Matthew 25:29 (NIV)
In Christ’s Parable of the Talents when it comes time to sum up our lives, the only standard that counts is how well we measure up to our own potential. Christ wants us to invest the gifts He has given by serving and giving to others without restraint.
Dear God, please guide me to give my gifts without restraint.

“Martha, Martha,” the Lord answered, “you are worried and upset about many things, but few things are needed—or indeed only one. Mary has chosen what is better, and it will not be taken away from her.”—Luke 10:41–42 (NIV)

Bear with each other and forgive one another if any of you has a grievance against someone. Forgive as the Lord forgave you.—Colossians 3:13 (NIV)

For he will command his angels concerning you to guard you in all your ways.—Psalm 91:11 (NIV)