KJV ORIGINAL
And Jesus answered and said unto her, Martha, Martha, thou art careful and troubled about many things:
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✦ MADE SIMPLE
Jesus looked at her and said, 'Martha, Martha, you're stressing yourself out over so many things.'
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
Jesus sees when you're overwhelmed and calls you by name.
📚 Historical Context
In the Gospel of Luke, Jesus visits the home of two sisters, Martha and Mary, during his travels through villages. Martha is preoccupied with serving and managing household duties, while Mary chooses to sit and listen to Jesus' teachings. When Martha expresses frustration about her sister's lack of help, Jesus gently addresses her anxiety to highlight a deeper spiritual priority.
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