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Focus · Luke 10:38–42; John 11:20–27
Martha welcomed Jesus and later confessed that He is the Christ.
A summary of the passage, not a Bible quotation.01 · In its setting
What was happening?
Luke shows Martha receiving Jesus while distracted by much serving. John shows her meeting Him after Lazarus died and speaking of resurrection.
02 · Read carefully
What does the text show?
Jesus’ correction in Luke concerns anxious distraction, not a dismissal of hospitality. In John, Martha voices a profound confession amid grief.
03 · Bring it into life
Consider your response
Bring both your work and your grief into honest conversation with Jesus.
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- What does Jesus correct in Luke 10?
- What does Martha confess in John 11?
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