In the story of Martha, Mary, and Lazarus, we know Martha as one who was "cumbered about much serving." Beyond being consumed with housework, the Lord noted that Martha was "troubled about many things." In the absence of peace, Martha sought to think through the situation with her mortal mind and even accused Jesus, saying, "Lord, if though hadst been here, my brother had not died." It takes a great deal of trust to know that God has the situation under control and that there is a greater purpose in our trials. In contrast, Mary sat at the feet of God, trusting in the peace that goes beyond our understanding.
Email submission: And the peace of God, which passeth all understanding, shall keep your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus. Philippians 4:7
Thinking on the right things - the good, the positive, the proper things - can be a daily struggle sometimes. When we allow His peace to move into our situation, we are given the opportunity to reform our thinking and our actions. All we need to do is ask and give him time to move. Now, that's AWESOME!
"It is well to think well. It is divine to act well." Horace Mann
- Jules
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