What Really Matters Most Today - The Crosswalk Devotional - April 16

PLUS...7 Ways Humanity Is Distinct from the Rest of Creation  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ &zwnj [Crosswalk.com Logo]( The Crosswalk Devotional  [Devotionals](        [Newsletters](        [e-Cards](      [The Crosswalk Devotional]( What Really Matters Most TodayBy Keri Eichberger She had a sister named Mary, who seated herself at the Lord’s feet and was continually listening to His teaching. But Martha was very busy and distracted with all of her serving responsibilities; and she approached Him and said, “Lord, is it of no concern to You that my sister has left me to do the serving alone? Tell her to help me and do her part.” But the Lord replied to her, “Martha, Martha, you are worried and bothered and anxious about so many things; but only one thing is necessary, for Mary has chosen the good part [that which is to her advantage], which will not be taken away from her.” ([Luke 10:39-42]( Some weeks come with waves of heaviness that weigh slightly different. In contrast, that is, to the typical constant flow of busy responsibilities and commitments I normally remain wrapped up in. Like this past week, a sudden death in the family, a health scare in my immediate family, and one of my kids’ best friends learning of a cancer diagnosis for his young sister. And at each instance, the mundane, heavy load of ordinary life, didn’t seem so significant in comparison.  [CONTINUE READING →](            You May Also Like:        [7 Ways Humanity Is Distinct from the Rest of Creation](  Britt Mooney Something special happened when he created humanity. First, instead of speaking humans forth, he formed man from the dust of the ground and breathed life into him (Genesis 2:7). Second, he intentionally made humanity in his own image and likeness. When he was done, the Bible says God saw it was “very good.” (Genesis 1:31). From this beginning, men and women have been central to the story God is telling. What makes us so different?  [CONTINUE READING →](       [How to Find the Pathway to Happiness](  Meg Bucher Undoubtedly, life upon the surface of this earth comes with its fair share of pain, injustice, heartache, and just plain heartbreak. But the pathway to happiness can be found in the pursuit of life within the love of Christ Jesus. Happiness is found in following Him. And even when it fades, the enduring joy of Jesus remains.  [CONTINUE READING →](            [Little Boy Breaks Down In Tears After His Brother’s Surprising Act Of Love](  GodTube.com One young man had his younger brother in tears after an unexpected act of kindness and love involving his birthday cake.  [WATCH NOW →](        [7 Sneaky Idols Destroying Christian Marriages Today](  Clarence L. Haynes Jr. If you are married or considering marriage, pay close attention to ensure these idols don’t creep into your life.  [CONTINUE READING →](                            Bible Trivia Question of the Day                                           How did Shadrach, Meshach and Abednego eventually get free of the fiery furnace there were cast into? A. ropes were lowered into the furnace B. water was poured into the furnace C. the king commanded them to come out & they did D. they were pulled out by the kings guards [ANSWER THE QUESTION →](     [Crosswalk.com Logo](  [Read about Salem Web Network](  |  [Unsubscribe](   [Email Preference Center](  |  [View in Browser](   © 2024 Salem Web Network. All rights reserved. 111 Virginia Street, Suite 200, Richmond, VA 23219. This email is never sent unsolicited. You are receiving this email because your email address, {EMAIL}, is signed up to receive newsletters, updates, and special offers from Crosswalk. Â