As my wife and I prepare for a visit from our daughter and
future son in law, we are working diligently to make their room and stay as
cozy and comfortable as possible. Their upcoming wedding next week is cause for
even more celebration as we try to make everything just right. They will be
very special guests as they come to share a most special moment with family and
friends. Our family will get to meet and greet the groom and welcome into our
family circle. As parents we want as much to be presentable as possible. A
comfortable room, good food, and loving hospitality are what we have to offer.
Our modest home and cottage will serve as a loving welcome mat as they come to
visit. We will share what we have with a caring heart, and an abundance of
loving hugs.
While we count down, I am reminded of the story of Mary and
Martha when Jesus came to visit in their home as told in Luke 10:38-42
GNT. As Jesus and his disciples went on their way, he came to a village
where a woman named Martha welcomed him in her home.39 She had
a sister named Mary, who sat down at the feet of the Lord and listened to his
teaching. 40 Martha was upset over all the work she had to
do, so she came and said, “Lord, don't you care that my sister has left me to
do all the work by myself? Tell her to come and help me!” 41 The
Lord answered her, “Martha, Martha! You are worried and troubled over so many
things, 42 but just one is needed. Mary has chosen the
right thing, and it will not be taken away from her.”
The story here means that it is nice to prepare for special
visitors, like family or friends on vacation from away. Yet be mindful not to
be so distracted by dishes in the sink, or a table not perfectly set. Spend
your time with your company and laugh, listen, and love as the visit will be
very short. Like Mary listening to Jesus, rather than fretting about unfinished
house work, we should savour every minute with our guests. You or they may have
travelled a great distance to enjoy each other’s company. Your time spent with
Jesus, or other loved ones cannot be taken away. That time is precious, so let
the dishes wait.
Mike Shindruk
www.mastershandministry.blogspot.com
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