A quiet afternoon in Bethany Mary sits alone at Jesus' feet But in the other room Martha had so much to do She's missing out on fellowship sweet
And I know I could be Martha all day Let my chance to be with You slip away
I want to be Mary for a while In all that I do Close the door to everything That keeps my heart from You Lord, I want to rest here And feel heaven's smile I want to be Mary for a while
I know I'd make Martha proud of me With lots to do and places I must be Yet, I need this time To refresh my heart and mind Your presence, Lord, is just what I need
'Cause I know I could be Martha all day Let my chance to be with You slip away
I want to be Mary for a while In all that I do Close the door to everything That keeps my heart from You Lord, I want to rest here And feel heaven's smile I want to be Mary for a while
Draw me nearer Draw me nearer, precious Lord Draw me nearer to Your side
Lord, I want to rest here And feel heaven's smile I want to be Mary for a while
