p. 1 | MARY AND MARTHA by V. O. Cross

Seventh-day Adventist Publishing Association · Battle Creek, Mich. · Nov 9, 1876

MARY AND MARTHA.

By V. O. Cross

Lowly at her Saviour’s feet, Weeping Mary chose her place, Listening to his counsel sweet, Words of comfort, truth, and grace.

But her sister with much serving, Cumbered was with many a care; Said to Jesus, “Carest thou for me? Bid her in my burden share.”

But the Master’s mild reproval Gently checks the murmuring plea: While for many things thou carest, But one thing will needful be.

And your sister, she hath chosen Wisely far the better part, Which shall not be taken from her, Though all else beside depart.

Here’s a lesson great and useful We should learn and practice too, Though life’s cares may press upon us, Keep the Kingdom e’er in view.

Serving God with all the heart,— This should be our greatest care, All of God’s commandments keeping, Ever watching unto prayer.

For this life is but a vapor, Fading as the lovely flowers, Fleeting as the dew of morning, Or the songsters in their bowers.

Why then, spend these precious moments; Caring for this transient life? Rather seek that Heavenly treasure, Gift of God—eternal life.

V. O. Cross.

Bordoville, Vt.