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Listening to His Word

Mary and Martha

Time spent listening to Jesus’ words is the most precious

Ages 5 to elementaryAbout 5 minLuke 10

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Jesus coming to the village where Mary and Martha live

Memory Verse

Memory verse

Jesus praised the heart that chose the best thing.

Luke 10:42

Talk Together

Talk together

  1. Why do you think Martha felt upset?
  2. Why was it a good choice for Mary to listen to Jesus’ words?
  3. When my heart is busy, what can I stop in order to listen to Jesus’ words?

Prayer

Pray together

Jesus, thank You for kindly calling me even when I am worried with a busy heart. Help me treasure the time of listening to Your words. While I do the things I must do, give me a heart to look to You first. In Jesus’ name I pray. Amen.

Activity

Things to try

  • Quietly listen to or read the Bible for 3 minutes today.
  • Act out the scene at Mary and Martha’s house in a role-play.
  • Write down what makes your heart busy and what you can give to Jesus.

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