This Week’s Experience – 12/10/2023

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Message

The easiest way for Satan to you is by you from the things which matter most.

The Lord and his disciples were traveling along and came to a village. When they got there, a woman named Martha welcomed him into her home. Her sister, Mary, sat at the Lord’s feet, listening to what he taught. But Martha was distracted by the big dinner she was preparing. Finally, she went to Jesus and said, "Lord, doesn't it bother you that my sister has left me to do all the work by myself? Tell her to come and help me!" But the Lord answered her, “Martha, Martha, you are worried and distracted by many things but only one thing is necessary. Mary has discovered the better thing, and it will not be taken away from her.

-Luke 10:38-42

Often times I won’t be distracted having to make the choice between and . No, the distraction comes when I choose instead of .

1. I must myself from things which will me to be .

What I am saying is for your own good--it isn't to limit your freedom. I want to help you to live right and to love the Lord above all else without any distractions.

-1 Corinthians 7:35

Do not be deceived. Associating with bad people will ruin good character.

-1 Corinthians 15:33

2. I must ask God to give me the to on what’s important.

Let your eyes look straight ahead and your sight be focused in front of you.

-Proverbs 4:25

Let us fix our eyes on Jesus, the author and perfecter of our faith.

-Hebrews 12:2

Seek first the Kingdom of God and his righteousness and then he will give you everything you need.

-Matthew 6:33

3. I must to and then the of God.

Whether you turn to the right or to the left, you will hear a voice saying, "This is the road! Now follow it."

-Isaiah 30:21

LIFE APPLICATION
To discuss during the week with your family, Life Group, or Campus.

1. What is one distraction that often hinders your growth?

2. Choose a day this week to intentionally disconnect from technology. What spiritual activity will you focus on more? Prayer? Scripture reading? Connect with another follower?

3. Which scripture most stood out to you in this message?

4. What else stood out to you in this message?

5. What next step is Jesus asking you to take as a result of this message?