The Ministry of Small Gestures
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A text message at the right moment. A cup of coffee left on a co-worker’s desk. A short note in someone’s mailbox. It’s easy to underestimate the power of small gestures — yet they often carry the biggest impact.
Jesus noticed the small things: a widow’s two coins, a child’s simple lunch, a cup of cold water given in His name. Kingdom work often happens in ways the world overlooks.
I think about the people who have shaped my faith the most — rarely were they the loudest or most visible. They were the ones who consistently showed up, spoke gently, prayed faithfully, and loved quietly.
This month, as Mother’s Day approaches, let’s honor not only biological mothers but every woman (and man) who has practiced the ministry of small gestures. Ordinary faithfulness is often the most extraordinary witness.
Reflection questions:
Who has encouraged you through small but meaningful acts?
What’s one simple gesture you can do this week to bless someone else?
How might you reframe “small” as “significant”?
