We often forget about the assumptions we bring with us when we read the Bible, particularly when we read a story we have read or heard countless times before. Today we have a familiar story of Jesus and his disciples relying on the hospitality of Martha and Mary in the home (see Luke 10:38-42). But, in the words of Luke Skywalker, this is not going to go the way you think.
Now, I have to admit that Luke is my favorite gospel most of the time. There are occasions when I prefer the more mystical take that John gives us. But Luke brings us a focus on the teaching and ministry of Jesus that I really like. Luke highlights the servanthood of Jesus and the call to emulate that ministry that I feel particularly drawn to.