Jesus is Enough - Part 7: Busyness
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May 12, 2024
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Happy Mother’s Day!
To all of our moms we would like to say a big thank you for all that you are and all that you do for our families. As a way to honor you on Mother’s Day we’ve set up a photo booth for you and your family to take photos in the lobby. You’ll also receive a special gift on your way out as you leave today. Happy Mother’s Day!
Memorial Day Service and Family Party, May 26 at 10am at Each Campus
On Sunday, May 26th, we will be having one service at each campus at 10am for Memorial Day. After the service we will have a family party outside with food, bounce houses, and other fun activities. OneLife will provide hot dogs and drinks. We are asking everyone else to bring either a side or a dessert. This is going to be a ton of fun so don’t miss it!
Stay Connected Through the OneLife App
From watching services, to Micro Church discussion guides, to online giving, family resources and more - the OneLife app has everything you need to stay connected with our church. The app is also available on Apple TV and Roku so you can watch services on your TV at home! Download the mobile version of the app on your phone by going to onelifeknox.com/app on your phone’s web browser. And on Apple TV and Roku simply search the app store for “OneLife” and look for our logo.
Join a Volunteer Team
Did you know it takes over a hundred volunteers every week to make a service at OneLife happen at our campuses? So if you haven’t started volunteering, then it’s time to get on the team! From First Impressions & Security, to Kid City, to Production & Worship, to OneLife Students, weekday teams, and more - there’s plenty of opportunities for everyone to serve. With summer right around the corner, now is the perfect time to join. Mark the Volunteering box on your Connection Card to get started!
Baptism
If you’ve given your life to Jesus but haven’t gone public with your story through baptism then it’s time to take that step! Mark the baptism box on your Connection Card and we’ll help you get started.
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GIVE BACK
Give Jesus your best! Make a one-time tithe or offering or to set up a recurring tithe or offering: Click Here To Give Online.
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Bottom Line: Jesus is enough in the busyness.
Luke 10:38-42 NLT
As Jesus and the disciples continued on their way to Jerusalem, they came to a certain village where 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. She came to Jesus and said, “Lord, doesn’t it seem unfair to you that my sister just sits here while I do all the work? Tell her to come and help me.”But the Lord said to her, “My dear Martha, you are worried and upset over all these details!There is only one thing worth being concerned about. Mary has discovered it, and it will not be taken away from her.”
Luke 10:40-41 NLT
But Martha was distracted by the big dinner she was preparing. She came to Jesus and said, “Lord, doesn’t it seem unfair to you that my sister just sits here while I do all the work? Tell her to come and help me.”But the Lord said to her, “My dear Martha, you are worried and upset over all these details!
Busyness is temporary. Jesus is forever.
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START TALKING
When you were a child, how busy was your mom or your parents? When did they seem the busiest?
How busy are the people in your life now? What makes them busy? How much of that is necessary busyness versus how much is busyness because of choices?
START THINKING
Read Luke 10:38-42. Take turns retelling this passage in your own words. Help each other build the story in a way that you would tell this story to someone who had never heard it before and knew very little about Jesus.
In verse 40, Martha was so distracted by what she had to do that she didn't take time to just be with Jesus. What are some of the things that most distract people today from spending time with Jesus?
START SHARING
Re-read verse 40. When have you felt like Martha or even prayed a prayer like what she says to Jesus? What seemed unfair to you? What did you wonder if God cared about because of what seemed like a difference between what you were doing versus what someone else was doing?
Re-read verses 41-42 in at least three different translations. How do you relate to what Martha is feeling? When do you feel like she did in that moment?
Jesus tells Martha that what she is anxious and worried about is all temporary. What are the things in life that distract you, worry you, and cause you the most anxiety? How much of that is ultimately temporary versus what will last forever?
At the beginning of verse 41, Jesus says, "Martha, Martha" or "My dear Martha," showing his compassion for her and her mindset. What does this say to you about when you are so busy that you get distracted? What is He inviting you to do in the same way he was inviting Martha? How does that make you feel?
START DOING
What can you do to focus on Jesus more than the list of things that - in reality - you have chosen to do that keep you busy?
How can you change the way you pray based on listening to Jesus versus telling Jesus? What are the actual steps you can take and practical things you can do to do this?
What are some choices you might need to make differently so that the "only thing" is your focus?
START PRAYING
Pray for each other in the micro church to take time to be poured into by Jesus. Pray that we take the steps, as counter cultural as they may be, to not choose busyness but rather simplify our lives so that time with Jesus can be the focus. Pray that from this we each have an opportunity to make a difference in someone else's life who doesn't yet know Jesus in this way.
___________________
CONNECTION CARDS
Be sure to fill out the online Connection Card to let us know next steps, prayer requests, or other information you'd like to share, click here.
_____________________
MULTIPLICATION
Share spiritual/missional conversations you've had where you live, work, and play:
- Who did you have a conversation with that took a spiritual/missional turn this week?
- What questions did you ask to discover where God is at work in their life, even if they are not aware?
- How were you able to share your story of life change or how you have experienced Jesus?
- How can you be intentional this week with people where you live, work, and play to have spiritual/missional conversations if the opportunity arises?
- Who in your life do you think could be disciple-able or open to spiritual/missional conversations?
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WHAT'S NEXT?
- Discuss the next step for your micro church. When will we gather again, and which purpose will it fulfill (missions, fellowship/care, growth, worship, multiplication)?/giveback/giveback
- Discuss the next step for your micro church. When will we gather again, and which purpose will it fulfill (missions, fellowship/care, growth, worship, multiplication)?
May 12, 2024
Sermon Page
YouVersion
Sermon Slides
_____________________
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Happy Mother’s Day!
To all of our moms we would like to say a big thank you for all that you are and all that you do for our families. As a way to honor you on Mother’s Day we’ve set up a photo booth for you and your family to take photos in the lobby. You’ll also receive a special gift on your way out as you leave today. Happy Mother’s Day!
Memorial Day Service and Family Party, May 26 at 10am at Each Campus
On Sunday, May 26th, we will be having one service at each campus at 10am for Memorial Day. After the service we will have a family party outside with food, bounce houses, and other fun activities. OneLife will provide hot dogs and drinks. We are asking everyone else to bring either a side or a dessert. This is going to be a ton of fun so don’t miss it!
Stay Connected Through the OneLife App
From watching services, to Micro Church discussion guides, to online giving, family resources and more - the OneLife app has everything you need to stay connected with our church. The app is also available on Apple TV and Roku so you can watch services on your TV at home! Download the mobile version of the app on your phone by going to onelifeknox.com/app on your phone’s web browser. And on Apple TV and Roku simply search the app store for “OneLife” and look for our logo.
Join a Volunteer Team
Did you know it takes over a hundred volunteers every week to make a service at OneLife happen at our campuses? So if you haven’t started volunteering, then it’s time to get on the team! From First Impressions & Security, to Kid City, to Production & Worship, to OneLife Students, weekday teams, and more - there’s plenty of opportunities for everyone to serve. With summer right around the corner, now is the perfect time to join. Mark the Volunteering box on your Connection Card to get started!
Baptism
If you’ve given your life to Jesus but haven’t gone public with your story through baptism then it’s time to take that step! Mark the baptism box on your Connection Card and we’ll help you get started.
_____________________
GIVE BACK
Give Jesus your best! Make a one-time tithe or offering or to set up a recurring tithe or offering: Click Here To Give Online.
_____________________
Bottom Line: Jesus is enough in the busyness.
Luke 10:38-42 NLT
As Jesus and the disciples continued on their way to Jerusalem, they came to a certain village where 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. She came to Jesus and said, “Lord, doesn’t it seem unfair to you that my sister just sits here while I do all the work? Tell her to come and help me.”But the Lord said to her, “My dear Martha, you are worried and upset over all these details!There is only one thing worth being concerned about. Mary has discovered it, and it will not be taken away from her.”
Focus determines whether I'm listening or telling.
Luke 10:40-41 NLT
But Martha was distracted by the big dinner she was preparing. She came to Jesus and said, “Lord, doesn’t it seem unfair to you that my sister just sits here while I do all the work? Tell her to come and help me.”But the Lord said to her, “My dear Martha, you are worried and upset over all these details!
Busyness dictates feelings.
Luke 10:42 NLT
There is only one thing worth being concerned about. Mary has discovered it, and it will not be taken away from her.”
There is only one thing worth being concerned about. Mary has discovered it, and it will not be taken away from her.”
Busyness is temporary. Jesus is forever.
___________________
START TALKING
When you were a child, how busy was your mom or your parents? When did they seem the busiest?
How busy are the people in your life now? What makes them busy? How much of that is necessary busyness versus how much is busyness because of choices?
START THINKING
Read Luke 10:38-42. Take turns retelling this passage in your own words. Help each other build the story in a way that you would tell this story to someone who had never heard it before and knew very little about Jesus.
In verse 40, Martha was so distracted by what she had to do that she didn't take time to just be with Jesus. What are some of the things that most distract people today from spending time with Jesus?
START SHARING
Re-read verse 40. When have you felt like Martha or even prayed a prayer like what she says to Jesus? What seemed unfair to you? What did you wonder if God cared about because of what seemed like a difference between what you were doing versus what someone else was doing?
Re-read verses 41-42 in at least three different translations. How do you relate to what Martha is feeling? When do you feel like she did in that moment?
Jesus tells Martha that what she is anxious and worried about is all temporary. What are the things in life that distract you, worry you, and cause you the most anxiety? How much of that is ultimately temporary versus what will last forever?
At the beginning of verse 41, Jesus says, "Martha, Martha" or "My dear Martha," showing his compassion for her and her mindset. What does this say to you about when you are so busy that you get distracted? What is He inviting you to do in the same way he was inviting Martha? How does that make you feel?
START DOING
What can you do to focus on Jesus more than the list of things that - in reality - you have chosen to do that keep you busy?
How can you change the way you pray based on listening to Jesus versus telling Jesus? What are the actual steps you can take and practical things you can do to do this?
What are some choices you might need to make differently so that the "only thing" is your focus?
START PRAYING
Pray for each other in the micro church to take time to be poured into by Jesus. Pray that we take the steps, as counter cultural as they may be, to not choose busyness but rather simplify our lives so that time with Jesus can be the focus. Pray that from this we each have an opportunity to make a difference in someone else's life who doesn't yet know Jesus in this way.
___________________
CONNECTION CARDS
Be sure to fill out the online Connection Card to let us know next steps, prayer requests, or other information you'd like to share, click here.
_____________________
MULTIPLICATION
Share spiritual/missional conversations you've had where you live, work, and play:
- Who did you have a conversation with that took a spiritual/missional turn this week?
- What questions did you ask to discover where God is at work in their life, even if they are not aware?
- How were you able to share your story of life change or how you have experienced Jesus?
- How can you be intentional this week with people where you live, work, and play to have spiritual/missional conversations if the opportunity arises?
- Who in your life do you think could be disciple-able or open to spiritual/missional conversations?
_____________________
WHAT'S NEXT?
- Discuss the next step for your micro church. When will we gather again, and which purpose will it fulfill (missions, fellowship/care, growth, worship, multiplication)?/giveback/giveback
- Discuss the next step for your micro church. When will we gather again, and which purpose will it fulfill (missions, fellowship/care, growth, worship, multiplication)?
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