What step can we take – trusting that God can multiply our small steps into something miraculous.
Scripture Focus: Matthew 11:29 (MSG), Philippians 3:16 (NLT), Proverbs 24:16 (NLT)
We often seek grand revelations, towering visions, and immediate transformations in our spiritual journey. But God often speaks in whispers, guides us through small steps, and builds our faith through consistent progress. This week, we’re reminded that our “rally cry” is not about achieving perfection, but about embracing the daily question: “What step can I take?”
Just as Jesus asked questions to empower those he encountered – the blind man, the disciples, the disabled man – He invites us to participate in our own journey of healing and growth. He doesn’t demand we have all the answers or perform miraculous feats. He simply asks us to take the next step.
Think of it as walking with Jesus, learning from His example. To walk, we must move. We cannot remain stagnant. As Gregory of Nyssa reminds us, “Sin happens whenever we refuse to keep growing.” Stagnation is a breeding ground for doubt, fear, and ultimately, a surrender to the enemy’s lies.
The enemy wants us to believe that stumbling means we’ve failed. He wants to paralyze us with guilt and convince us that God’s grace has run out. But Proverbs 24:16 reminds us that “the godly may trip seven times, but they will get up again.” It’s not about avoiding stumbles, but about embracing the grace that lifts us each morning, as Lamentations 3:22-23 so beautifully states. Our spiritual progress is not measured by perfection, but by our willingness to keep moving forward. It’s about holding onto the progress we’ve made, as Paul advises in Philippians 3:16.
This week, let’s make “What step can I take?” our daily mantra. Whether it’s a small act of kindness, a moment of prayer, or a conscious choice to resist temptation, every step matters. Let’s trust that God can multiply our small steps into something miraculous.
For Reflection:
- What area of your life feels spiritually stagnant? What small step can you take in that area today?
- Have you experienced a “stumble” in your spiritual walk recently? How can you embrace God’s grace to “get back up again”?
- How can you practically incorporate the question “What step can I take?” into your daily decision-making?
- Think of a specific temptation you face regularly. What small step can you take to resist it today?
- Reflect on a time when a seemingly small act of obedience led to a significant blessing. How does this encourage you to take your next step?
Closing Prayer:
Heavenly Father, we thank you for your grace and mercy that are new every morning. We ask that you write the question, “What step can I take?” on our hearts. Help us to walk with you, to learn from you, and to trust that you can multiply our small steps into something beautiful. Lord, when we stumble, lift us up with your unfailing love. Protect our progress and keep us from the enemy’s lies.
May we always keep in step with your Spirit. In Jesus’ name, Amen.
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