April 25
When Little Equals Much Luke 16:10
He who is faithful in a very little thing is faithful also in much.
What would happen in our homes if we saw an epidemic of husbands and wives infected with being faithful in little things? What if we really did all the little things we say we'll do? Many people these days want the "much" without the "very little." We want the tip without the toil, the gain without the grind, the sweets without the sweat, the prize without the pain, the perks without the perseverance. Duty, diligence, hard work and attention to details are rare commodities in any endeavor-whether at home, at work or at church.
How about cheering your family members on when:
A good deed was done for someone when no one was apparently watching;Your husband is honest in preparing his income tax;Your spouse stands up for the truth at work, regardless of consequences;A mother is faithfully taking the time to rear the next generation (so much of her work is unseen and unappreciated by others);A child tells the truth instead of lying, even when lying would be easier. How do you view the "little things"? As picky things to be ignored or that get in your way? Or as stepping stones to receiving the "true riches" of the Kingdom?
What would happen to the next generation if we trained our children to be faithful in little as well as in what the world considers "much"-intelligence, wealth and athletic ability? If they don't learn to be faithful in the little things from you, then what kinds of leaders, workers, husbands, wives, fathers and mothers will they make?
If you don't teach them, who will?
Prayer: Ask God to build your character quotient by enabling you to be faithful in little things with your spouse and your family.
Discuss: Why is faithfulness in little things so important in a marriage? A family? How can you impart this truth to your family?
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