2/16/25 Faithful in the Small Things
Fr. Patrick Bush- Feb 16
- 2 min read
Takeaway: How daily obedience prepares us for greater purpose.
“Whoever can be trusted with very little can also be trusted with much.” – Luke 16:10
Opening Prayer
Heavenly Father, thank You for this time to draw near to You. Open my heart to Your Word, fill my mind with Your truth, and strengthen my spirit with Your presence. Help me to listen, learn, and live with faith and boldness. In Jesus’ name, Amen.
Reflection
It’s easy to focus on the big moments—the major decisions, the life-changing opportunities, the defining achievements. But Jesus teaches us that true faithfulness starts in the small, unseen moments of daily life. The way we handle the little things—our integrity in small choices, our diligence in simple tasks, our kindness in everyday interactions—reveals the condition of our hearts and prepares us for greater responsibilities in God’s kingdom.
David was faithful as a shepherd before he became a king. Ruth was faithful in gleaning the fields before she became part of God’s redemption story. The disciples were faithful in their everyday work before Jesus called them to follow Him. Each of them demonstrated obedience and trust in the little things, which positioned them for the greater purpose God had in store.
God calls us to be faithful in our daily lives—in our work, relationships, and personal walk with Him. Honoring commitments, showing kindness, serving with humility, and staying true to our word may seem small, but they build the foundation for God to entrust us with more. Every act of obedience, no matter how small, is an act of faith that shapes our character and prepares us for what’s ahead.
Application
• Examine your daily life. Are there small areas where you can be more faithful to God?
• Commit to doing even the unnoticed tasks with excellence and integrity.
• Trust that God sees and honors your faithfulness, even when no one else does.
Closing Prayer
Lord, help me to be faithful in the small things, knowing that You are preparing me for greater things. Teach me to honor You in the everyday moments of my life, trusting that nothing done for You is ever wasted. Amen.
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