Most meaningful things in life don’t happen all at once. They take time, repetition, and a lot of unseen faithfulness. We live in a world that celebrates the dramatic, the big moment, the instant turnaround, the viral story, but God so often works quietly, patiently, and steadily.
While Scripture has instances of drastic transformation for people, Scripture also repeatedly reminds us that growth in the Kingdom of God rarely looks impressive in the moment. Jesus spoke about faith the size of a mustard seed, something almost unnoticeable in your hand, yet capable of growing into something strong and life-giving. The point wasn’t the size of the faith, but the direction of it. When even small faith is placed in the right hands, mountains begin to move.
That’s often how life with the Lord unfolds. Not through massive spiritual leaps or perfectly executed plans, but through ordinary obedience. A simple prayer offered honestly. Opening Scripture when it would be easier to distract ourselves. Choosing forgiveness, patience, or humility in moments where no one else will ever notice. These small steps may feel insignificant, but they are not wasted.
Paul encourages the church with these words: “Let us not become weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up” (Galatians 6:9). There is an assumption in that verse that weariness will come. Faithfulness isn’t always exciting. Growth doesn’t always feel productive. But God promises that perseverance, even in small things, leads somewhere good.
Mountains rarely move overnight. They shift slowly, sometimes imperceptibly, through steady pressure applied over time. In the same way, continued faithfulness toward the Lord shapes us more than any single moment ever could. Prayer forms us. Obedience softens us. Trust deepens us.
So as a New Year is beginning, wherever you find yourself right now, steady or tired, hopeful or unsure, don’t underestimate the power of the next small step toward Jesus. God has always done His best work through people who simply kept walking with Him, one faithful step at a time.
Peace,
Nick
While Scripture has instances of drastic transformation for people, Scripture also repeatedly reminds us that growth in the Kingdom of God rarely looks impressive in the moment. Jesus spoke about faith the size of a mustard seed, something almost unnoticeable in your hand, yet capable of growing into something strong and life-giving. The point wasn’t the size of the faith, but the direction of it. When even small faith is placed in the right hands, mountains begin to move.
That’s often how life with the Lord unfolds. Not through massive spiritual leaps or perfectly executed plans, but through ordinary obedience. A simple prayer offered honestly. Opening Scripture when it would be easier to distract ourselves. Choosing forgiveness, patience, or humility in moments where no one else will ever notice. These small steps may feel insignificant, but they are not wasted.
Paul encourages the church with these words: “Let us not become weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up” (Galatians 6:9). There is an assumption in that verse that weariness will come. Faithfulness isn’t always exciting. Growth doesn’t always feel productive. But God promises that perseverance, even in small things, leads somewhere good.
Mountains rarely move overnight. They shift slowly, sometimes imperceptibly, through steady pressure applied over time. In the same way, continued faithfulness toward the Lord shapes us more than any single moment ever could. Prayer forms us. Obedience softens us. Trust deepens us.
So as a New Year is beginning, wherever you find yourself right now, steady or tired, hopeful or unsure, don’t underestimate the power of the next small step toward Jesus. God has always done His best work through people who simply kept walking with Him, one faithful step at a time.
Peace,
Nick