Monday, April 28, 2014

A to Z Blogging Challenge -- S is for Small Things


Small Things

“Do not despise these small beginnings, for the Lord rejoices to see the work begin, to see the plumb line in Zerubbabel’s hand.”
Zechariah 4:10

This verse is part of a vision the prophet Zechariah is recounting to the people,  regarding rebuilding the temple in Jerusalem. The temple had been destroyed years before and the people had been in exile. They were now returning to Jerusalem from exile and would rebuild the temple.

The plumb line was a weight, attached to a string. The plumb line was hung down to make sure the walls of the temple were being built straight. The string and weight were very small, but very important; If the walls were not straight, the temple structure would not be stable.

God rejoiced to see the work on the temple begin, and He rejoices when we begin our work, too. The small steps may not seem to be much but they are a foundation to what you will accomplish.

What is one goal you are working on? Losing weight? Exercising regularly? Paying off a credit card? Establishing an emergency fund? Cleaning your whole house? Growing your relationship with the Lord?

What “small thing” can you do today? Ask the Lord to bless and guide you upon your quest, take a deep breath, and begin. Take a walk around the block. Plan healthy meals. Make a credit card payment. Clean a closet. Read a Psalm. The Lord rejoices to see the work begin!

What “small beginning” are you going to make today?

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2 comments:

  1. "The Lord rejoices to see the work begin!"...thanks for the reminder and encouragement! I've recently been getting serious about writing, which I know God has called me to do, but sometimes the progress seems SLOW. Your post has blessed me today-Thanks!

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    1. Thank you so much for your comment, Abby! I pray that the Lord leads me to write what will inspire and encourage readers, so I am so glad it touched your heart! Be encouraged that every bit of writing you do, many words or just a few, is improving you as a writer. God bless you and your work!

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