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Jesus Visits Mary and Martha

Jesus visits the home of Martha, where Martha serves while Mary sits at Jesus’ feet listening to him. Martha asks Jesus to tell Mary to help. Jesus answers that Martha is worried and troubled about many things, while Mary has chosen the necessary or better portion, which will not be taken away from her.

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Color the story, one scene at a time.

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Print Jesus Visits Mary and Martha: 4-Scene Story Sheet

Jesus arrives in a village, and Martha welcomes him into her home, illustrating Luke 10:38.

Martha Welcomes Jesus

Luke 10:38-42

Mary sitting at Jesus’ feet in Martha’s home and listening attentively to Jesus’ teaching.

Mary Listens to Jesus

Luke 10:38-42

Jesus, Martha, and Mary in Martha’s home: Martha turns to Jesus with concern while Mary sits at Jesus’ feet listening.

Martha Feels Overwhelmed

Luke 10:38-42

Jesus, Martha, and Mary in Martha’s home, with Martha asking Jesus for help while Mary listens nearby.

Martha Asks Jesus for Help

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Jesus speaks to Martha by name in her home while Mary sits nearby at Jesus’ feet listening.

Jesus Speaks Kindly to Martha

Luke 10:38-42

Jesus speaks to Martha in her home while Mary sits at Jesus’ feet and listens.

Choosing What Matters Most

Luke 10:38-42

Jesus speaks in Martha’s home while Mary sits at his feet listening and Martha remains nearby, representing Mary choosing the good portion.

Mary Chooses the Good Portion

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Jesus speaks in Martha’s home while Mary sits at his feet listening and Martha stands nearby after serving.

Listening and Serving in Jesus’ Presence

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Scripture reference

Luke 10:38-42

Use this reference as you prepare and read the account with your class.

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