My “Why” for Prioritizing a Healthy Bible Reading Discipline

In this message from Luke 10:38–42, Ted Sinn explores the story of Mary and Martha, revealing that the issue is not choosing rest over service, but understanding the heart behind our actions. When service flows from a desire to earn God’s approval, it leads to anxiety, resentment, and burnout. But when rooted in the gospel, it becomes joyful and life-giving. The sermon highlights how regular time in God’s Word is the antidote to “works righteousness,” reminding us that we are fully accepted in Christ and freeing us to serve from a place of grace rather than striving.

Ted Sinn is a trusted friend, mentor, and ministry partner to Autumn Ridge Community Church. As the founder of Iconicity, he has helped equip leaders and shape the church’s discipleship culture, especially through the Seeing Jesus Together Journal used in groups and personal study. His relationship with the church goes back to 2019, when he led a church planting cohort that helped guide its early formation. Over the years, Ted has continued to invest in the church by training leaders and encouraging spiritual growth, making a lasting impact on its vision, health, and commitment to knowing and following Jesus.