Luke 10:42
But one thing is needful. For Mary hath chosen the good part, which shall not be taken away from her.
Noyes Bible
In The King James Version
In Context
41But the Lord answering said to her, Martha, Martha, thou art anxious and troubled about many things.
Cross References
Psalms 17:15But I through righteousness shall see thy face; I shall be satisfied with the revival of thy countenance.
Psalms 73:25Whom have I in heaven but thee, And whom on earth do I love in comparison with thee?
Psalms 119:111I have made thine ordinances my possession for ever; For they are the joy of my heart.
Psalms 142:5I cry unto thee, O LORD! I say, Thou art my refuge, My portion in the land of the living.
Matthew Henry on Luke 10:39-42
Martha and Mary. 38 Now it came to pass, as they went, that he entered into a certain village: and a certain woman named Martha received him into her house. 39 And she had a sister called Mary, which also sat at Jesus' feet, and heard his word. 40 But Martha was cumbered about much serving, and came to him, and said, Lord, dost thou not care that my sister hath left me to serve alone? bid her therefore that she help me. 41 And Jesus answered and said unto her, Martha, Martha, thou art careful and troubled about… Read the whole commentary →