Finding Jesus Amidst Life’s Distractions
“But seek first his kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well.” - Matthew 6:33 In our hyperconnected world, we’re surrounded by everything except the One who matters most. Notifications ping constantly, responsibilities pile up, and even our good intentions can become distractions that pull us away from Jesus. If you’ve ever felt spiritually scattered or struggled to hear God’s voice above life’s noise, you’re not alone. The Martha and Mary Moment Remember when Jesus visited Martha and Mary’s home? Martha was “distracted by all the preparations that had to be made” while Mary “sat at the Lord’s feet listening to what he said” (Luke 10:38-42). When Martha complained about her sister’s apparent laziness, Jesus gently responded: “Martha, Martha, 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.” How often are we Martha, bustling around wit...