simplify. first things first

HOPE Matthew 11:28–30 (NLT) 28 Then Jesus said, “Come to me, all of you who are weary and carry heavy burdens, and I will give you rest. 29 Take my yoke upon you. Let me teach you, because I am humble and gentle at heart, and you will find rest for your souls. 30 For my yoke is easy to bear, and the burden I give you is light.”

HOPE Matthew 11:28–30 (The Message) 28 “Are you tired? Worn out? Burned out on religion? Come to me. Get away with me and you’ll recover your life. I’ll show you how to take a real rest. 29 Walk with me and work with me—watch how I do it. Learn the unforced rhythms of grace. I won’t lay anything heavy or ill-fitting on you. 30 Keep company with me and you’ll learn to live freely and lightly.”

UNEXPECTED Luke 10:38–40 (NLT) 38 As Jesus and the disciples continued on their way to Jerusalem, they came to a certain village where a woman named Martha welcomed him into her home. 39 Her sister, Mary, sat at the Lord’s feet, listening to what he taught. 40 But Martha was distracted by the big dinner she was preparing.

MARTHA Luke 10:40b - 42 (NLT) 40b She came to Jesus and said, “Lord, doesn’t it seem unfair to you that my sister just sits here while I do all the work? Tell her to come and help me.” 41 But the Lord said to her, “My dear Martha, you are worried and upset over all these details! 42 There is only one thing worth being concerned about. Mary has discovered it, and it will not be taken away from her.”

MARTHA Nothing wrong with serving

MARTHA Nothing wrong with serving Martha had right idea but wrong attitude

MARTHA Nothing wrong with serving Martha had right idea but wrong attitude Jesus is invites us into relationship Revelation 3:20 (NLT) 20 “Look! I stand at the door and knock. If you hear my voice and open the door, I will come in, and we will share a meal together as friends.

MARY Luke 10:42 (NLT) 42 There is only one thing worth being concerned about. Mary has discovered it, and it will not be taken away from her.”

MARY Luke 10:42 (NLT) 42 There is only one thing worth being concerned about. Mary has discovered it, and it will not be taken away from her.” Matthew 11:29b (NLT) … Let me teach you, because I am humble and gentle at heart, and you will find rest for your souls.

MARY Luke 10:42 (NLT) 42 There is only one thing worth being concerned about. Mary has discovered it, and it will not be taken away from her.” Matthew 11:29b (NLT) … Let me teach you, because I am humble and gentle at heart, and you will find rest for your souls. Mary chose to learn from Jesus

CHALLENGE

CHALLENGE In all your activity, don’t lose sight of relationship

CHALLENGE In all your activity, don’t lose sight of relationship What can I do?

CHALLENGE In all your activity, don’t lose sight of relationship What can I do? Chair time

CHALLENGE In all your activity, don’t lose sight of relationship What can I do? Chair time Sunday services

CHALLENGE In all your activity, don’t lose sight of relationship What can I do? Chair time Sunday services Simplify

What is stopping me from living a simplified life? simplify. What is stopping me from living a simplified life?