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DISTRACTIONS-2


TEXT : Luke 10:41&42

 And Jesus answered and said unto her, Martha, Martha, thou art careful and troubled about many things: But one thing is needful: and Mary hath chosen that good part, which shall not be taken away from her.

Today, we shall be looking closely at our study text in order to glean necessary wisdom on how to avoid all forms of distractions. 

Let me quickly define distraction in the context and of our study text. Any thing that takes away your focus, and attention away from Jesus is a distraction. 

Jesus said that Mary has chosen the good part which is the one thing that is needful, and that such shall not be taken away from her. 

Inversely, we can safely say that Martha has missed the one thing that is needful and that which she has chosen is not everlasting, it shall be taken away from her.

Sometimes, we give in to certain distractions even in the name of serving God. That was the predicament of Martha. She lost Jesus while making every effort to serve Jesus.

Always remember that Jesus Christ is your ever present help in time of need. So, whenever you are in trouble, do not forget to consult Jesus first and all through the period. Do not allow the enemy get you overwhelmed to the point of losing your focus on Him. 

That was the case of Peter. In the face of the boisterous wind, he became distracted and lost his focus on Jesus. He however got help when he cried out for one. (Matthew 14:30). 

You will also receive help today if only you will look unto Jesus who is the author and finisher of your faith.

 No matter the bigness or smallness of your  challenge, always make sure your gaze is not shifted away from Jesus Christ.

 Bible reading :

Luke: 10:38-42.

 PRAYER FOCUS

1.) Father, I receive the grace to always fix my gaze on Jesus Christ in all situations and never to yield to distractions.

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