1. What is the meaning of Luke 10:40?

2. How does Martha's complaint in Luke 10:40 reflect our own distractions today?

3. What does Martha's approach to Jesus reveal about her understanding of His role?

4. How can we balance service and devotion, as seen in Luke 10:40?

5. Compare Martha's attitude in Luke 10:40 with Philippians 4:6 on anxiety.

6. How can we prioritize Jesus' presence over tasks in our daily lives?

7. Why did Martha feel overwhelmed with serving in Luke 10:40?

8. How does Luke 10:40 challenge our understanding of service versus worship?

9. What cultural norms influenced Martha's actions in Luke 10:40?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Luke 10?

11. How did Mary of Bethany show devotion to Jesus?

12. What is the number of Marys in the Bible?

13. Who was Martha in the Bible?

14. Why does Luke 18:35 say Jesus was approaching Jericho when Mark 10:46 states he was leaving it--could this be a historical or geographical mistake?1. How can we identify and address distractions in our own lives that may hinder our relationship with Jesus?

2. In what ways can we find a balance between serving others and spending time in personal worship and study of God's Word?

3. Reflect on a time when you felt overwhelmed by responsibilities. How did you seek Jesus' guidance and peace in that situation?

4. How does the account of Martha and Mary challenge our understanding of what it means to be a disciple of Christ?

5. What practical steps can we take to ensure that we are choosing "the better part" in our daily lives, as Mary did?1. What can we learn from Jesus' instructions to the Seventy-Two about our own mission as Christians?

2. How can we apply the message of Jesus' rebuke to unrepentant cities in our modern lives?

3. What do you think Jesus meant by "rejoice because your names are written in heaven"?

4. In what ways does the parable of the Good Samaritan challenge your current understanding of "neighbor"?

5. How can you apply the lessons from the Good Samaritan parable in your daily interactions with people who are different from you?

6. How does the story of Martha and Mary address the question of balancing service and devotion in our own lives?

7. What significance does the return of the Seventy-Two hold for contemporary Christian communities?

8. How does the prayer of thanksgiving made by Jesus emphasize the importance of childlike faith and humility?

9. How can the woes to the unrepentant cities serve as a warning to societies today?

10. How do you interpret the notion of "loving your neighbor as yourself" in today's context?

11. How can the story of Martha and Mary teach us to prioritize in a world full of distractions?

12. How does the Good Samaritan parable challenge societal prejudices and stereotypes?

13. In what ways does Jesus' commissioning of the Seventy-Two provide a model for Christian evangelism today?

14. How does the rejoicing of the Seventy-Two inspire us in our Christian walk?

15. How can we develop the ability to see people as our "neighbors" in the way the Good Samaritan did?

16. In light of Jesus' teaching to Martha, how do we discern when we are too busy serving to hear Jesus' teachings?

17. How does Jesus' prayer of thanksgiving illuminate the importance of divine revelation in understanding the kingdom of God?

18. How do the woes to the unrepentant cities make us reflect on our responsiveness to God's work in our lives?

19. How does the parable of the Good Samaritan provide a model for social and humanitarian action in the world today?

20. How can the contrast between Martha and Mary help us evaluate our spiritual disciplines and practices?

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