Faith in the Small Things
Most of us long for the big breakthroughs in life—the mountaintop moments when everything changes at once. We look for dramatic encounters, powerful shifts, and life-altering revelations. But the truth is, the deepest and most lasting growth rarely happens in a single moment.
It happens in the small, steady steps of faith.
When my wife passed away in 2024, grief hit me in waves I couldn’t predict. Some days I didn’t know if I had the strength to take the next step. I didn’t always have the energy for long hours of prayer or deep study. But what I did have… was five minutes.
Five minutes to breathe.
Five minutes to whisper a prayer.
Five minutes to ask God to carry me through just one more day.
That’s where my 5 Minute Prayer Routine was born. It wasn’t about praying perfectly, or praying long. It was about showing up daily, even in the smallest way. Over time, those five minutes became my anchor. What felt like little seeds of faith eventually grew into deep roots of strength.
What Scripture Says About the Small Things
The Bible has a lot to say about the power of the little things:
Galatians 6:9 reminds us: “And let us not be weary in well doing: for in due season we shall reap, if we faint not.” Small acts of faith are never wasted—they are seeds planted in God’s soil.
Luke 16:10 says: “He that is faithful in that which is least is faithful also in much.” God notices the little things. He uses them to prepare us for greater responsibilities.
Matthew 17:20 tells us that even faith the size of a mustard seed can move mountains. Sometimes the smallest seed holds the greatest potential.
Here are three truths to remember:
God calls us to consistency, not perfection.
He isn’t looking for the longest prayers or the most chapters read. He wants us to keep showing up.Small obedience multiplies over time.
Like seeds in the soil, daily faithfulness may feel small at first, but it grows into something far greater.Even five minutes can open the door for God’s peace.
One short prayer can reset your perspective, calm your heart, and remind you that you are not alone.
Faith and Mental Health: A Counseling Perspective
As someone trained in counseling, I’ve seen how powerfully this truth plays out in mental health too.
Psychology teaches us that healing and resilience come from small, consistent practices—not from one big breakthrough. In cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), for example, clients learn to replace negative thoughts with healthier ones, one choice at a time. Over weeks and months, those small actions literally reshape the brain’s pathways, a process known as neuroplasticity.
The same is true in faith. Each time you take five minutes to pray or read Scripture, you’re not only strengthening your spirit—you’re rewiring your mind toward hope and peace. These little moments anchor us emotionally, spiritually, and even physically.
How to Live It Out
Here are three ways to begin practicing faith in the small things:
Start small. Commit to just five minutes of prayer a day. No pressure, just presence.
Stay steady. Some days will feel dry or distracted. That’s okay. Keep showing up.
See the fruit. Over time, you’ll notice the roots of faith taking hold, giving you strength in the storms.
Reflection questions for your journey:
What small habit can I start with God today?
How can I remind myself that showing up matters more than perfection?
Where have I already seen the fruit of steady faith in my life?
Final Encouragement
Friend, God sees your faith in the small things. He sees the prayer whispered through tears, the verse read before work, the five quiet minutes you thought weren’t enough.
They matter. They are shaping who you are becoming. And they are drawing you closer to Christ.
Remember: Big growth is built on small faithfulness.
👉 If you’d like a simple way to begin, download my 5 Minute Prayer Routine today and let it guide you into those daily moments with God.
