Having a Mary Heart in a Martha World
Joanna Weaver
Finding Intimacy with God in the Busyness of Life
It's easy to get caught up in the busyness of life—working full-time, making time for friends and family, and just living life. Joanna Weaver uses the biblical story of Mary and Martha to explore this universal conflict: how to move from frenzied activity and perfectionism to peaceful devotion.
We can easily forget 'the one thing that's needful'—intimate connection with Jesus. This book was a great reminder to keep Jesus at the forefront. I loved the way the author was very candid about the concept being 'easier said than done,' sharing her own struggles with feeling inadequate and overwhelmed. This transparency makes the reader feel seen, not judged.
Weaver reminds us that Jesus desires our person, not our frantic production. This book offers gentle, practical shifts that help you choose presence over performance, making it an essential read for any busy Christian seeking to find peace in a demanding world.
Quote from the book
"Jesus' words to Martha are the words he wants to speak to your heart and mine: 'You are worried and upset about many things, but only one thing is needed.' The 'one thing' is not found in doing more. It's found by sitting at his feet."
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