THE SCENARIO We are in a quiet garden very early in the morning, Chavaleh is kneeling upon a small patch of earth, her hands folded in prayer. The world is still, hushed—as if listening. She speaks softly, reverently, to her Lord Jesus…
Chavaleh: My Lord, I humbly come to you with seven requests—things the world calls meaningless, but I believe you see differently. Will you hear me my Lord? (Isaiah 55:8-9, Luke 12:6-7)
Jesus: Speak little bird, my child. Nothing is meaningless to me. (Colossians 1:16, Hebrews 4:13)
Chavaleh: First, I ask for one small stone—just one, that fits in the palm of my hand. It has no value, but may it remind me that you, only you, are my Rock, my sure Foundation. (Psalms 18:2, Isaiah 28:16, 1Corinthians 3:11)
Jesus: You have chosen well, my child. Even the smallest stone speaks of strength. Hold it fast, for what is firm beneath you shall never fail you. (Psalms 61:2, Matthew 7:24)
Chavaleh: Second, I ask for a single drop of rain. Though it disappears quickly, may it remind me that your mercy is renewed every morning like the dew upon the earth. (Genesis 27:28, Hosea 14:5)
Jesus: Indeed, my child, my mercy does not vanish—it renews, sustaining all who seek it. Like rain upon thirsty ground, it covers, restores, and satisfies. (Psalms 103:8, 147:3, Lamentations 3:22-23, Micah 7:18)
Chavaleh: Third, I ask for a whisper on the wind—so soft, it cannot demand attention. May it remind me to listen for your still, small voice. (Psalms 46:10, Isaiah 30:15)
Jesus: The loudest truths are often spoken in quiet. Listen, little bird, and you will hear me. (1Kings 19:11-13, Proverbs 1:33, John 10:27, James 1:19)
Chavaleh: Fourth, I ask for a wilted flower—past its beauty, unnoticed. May it remind me that what the world discards is not forgotten in your hands. (Isaiah 61:3, 1 Corinthians 1:27-28)
Jesus: Nay I will not give you a faded bloom, but the soil where new life will grow. What withers returns to the earth, nourishing what is yet to come. (Hosea 10:12)
Chavaleh: Then let this soil remind me—what fades in your hands is never lost, but transformed. (Isaiah 64:8)
Chavaleh: Fifth, I ask for a child’s laughter—holy, innocent, sweet. The world barely notices it, yet I believe it warms your heart. Why does it bring you such delight my Lord? (Psalms 127:3, Mark 10:14)
Jesus: My child, it is the laughter of the pure in heart, it is a melody of heaven—a sound untouched by sorrow, unburdened by the weight of the world. It is a glimpse of eternal joy, where nothing fades, and all is made new. (Nehemiah 8:10, Psalms 30:5, Zephaniah 3:17)
Chavaleh: Then let me hear it always it my Lord. May it remind me of your presence. (Psalms 16:11, 126:2)
Jesus: You shall hear it indeed—you shall carry it. For I do not merely delight in laughter; I plant it in the hearts of those who trust in me. When the world feels heavy, my child, even one pure laugh will scatter the shadows. (Genesis 21:6, Romans 15:13)
Chavaleh: I will ever hold fast to it my Lord, knowing it is a joy that does not perish. (Isaiah 35:10, Hebrews 10:23)
Jesus: Yes, my child. Hold fast… Let your own joy be a song that joins the laughter of the blessed innocent, for in it, you will of a surety find me. (Job 8:21, John 15:11)
Chavaleh: Sixth, I ask for an unfinished melody—a tune with no resolution. May it remind me that your story is still unfolding. (Psalms 139:16, Ecclesiastes 3:11, Isaiah 55:8-9, Philippians 1:6)
Jesus: Trust in my timing, little bird. Even unplayed notes hold promise. Do you hear them even now, my child? (Isaiah 60:22, Habakkuk 2:3, Romans 8:28)
Chavaleh: Seventh, I ask for the last flicker of a candle—brief yet defiant. May it remind me that even the smallest light defies the darkness. (Isaiah 9:2, Matthew 5:14-16, John 1:5)
Jesus: Yes, even the smallest light pierces the darkness and brings warmth to those who draw near. And those who walk in my light shall never be lost in the night nor overcome by the cold. (Psalms 27:1, Isaiah 43:2, 2 Timothy 1:6-7)
Chavaleh: O thank you, my Lord. The world may call these things small, but now I see—you have opened my eyes to their true weight, their quiet brilliance. They are not small at all, for in them, I glimpse your heart. In them, I see you—woven into the ordinary, present in the unnoticed, alive in the humble (Zechariah 4:10, Mark 12:41-44, Fig. 1).
Jesus: Nothing is ever small when it carries my design. In my hands, every moment, every offering, and every whisper of kindness is shaped into something greater—a reflection of my boundless love. And O, my child, how I love you—more deeply than the oceans, more steadfastly than the stars. You are cherished beyond measure, held in my embrace, called by name. Rest in my love always. (Isaiah 43:1, Jeremiah 31:3, Romans 8:38-39, 1 John 3:1, 4:16)
In the outworking of this scenario please consider the following:
In Scripture, small things often carry profound meaning because they reflect God’s ability to use the seemingly insignificant to accomplish great purposes. The Bible frequently highlights how minor actions, gestures, or individuals can have a lasting impact. For example, Jesus spoke about the mustard seed (Matthew 13:31-32), one of the smallest seeds, growing into a large tree—symbolizing how faith, even in small amounts, can lead to incredible transformation. Similarly, stories like David and Goliath show how God can use the least expected person to achieve victory. The Bible also emphasizes that small acts of faithfulness, kindness, and love can make a big difference. Verses like John 13:34 and Galatians 5:14 remind us that loving others, even in simple ways, fulfills God’s Law and creates ripples of change. Actually, the Bible is full of examples where small things carry deep meaning. Here are a few more:
- The Widow’s Offering mentioned above (Mark 12:41-44)—Jesus praised a poor widow who gave only two small coins, saying she had given more than the wealthy because she gave all she had. This shows that God values the heart behind the gift, not just the amount.
- Recall the Boy’s lunch (John 6:9-13—here a young boy had just five loaves and two fish, but Jesus used it to feed thousands. This makes clear that even small offerings can be multiplied for great impact.
- A measly cup of water (Matthew 10:42)—Jesus said that even giving a cup of cold water to someone in need is meaningful and will be rewarded. It shows us again how small acts of kindness matter in God’s kingdom.
- Then there is faithfulness in little things (Luke 16:10)—our Lord Jesus taught us that those who are faithful in small responsibilities will be trusted with greater ones. This ought to encourage us to be diligent and trustworthy in everyday life.
- How about the power of words (Proverbs 15:1)—a gentle answer can turn away wrath, showing that even small words can change the course of a conversation or relationship.
- Elijah’s Small Cloud (1Kings 18:44-45)—After a long drought in Israel, the prophet Elijah prayed for rain. At first, his servant reported seeing only a small cloud, barely noticeable. Yet, that tiny cloud soon grew into a massive storm, bringing life-giving rain to the land. It reminds us that even the smallest signs of hope can lead to great blessings when God is at work.
- The Widow of Zarephath’s meager handful of flour ( 1Kings 17:12-16)—During a famine, a widow had only a handful of flour and a little oil left—just enough to make one final meal before expecting to die of starvation. But when she offered it to the prophet Elijah in obedience to God, her flour and oil never ran out until the famine ended. This shows us that even the smallest offering, given in faith, can lead to miraculous provision.
Praised be your great big Name in all the earth great Savior God, even you who values and blesses the tiny little things. Amen.
Illustrations and Tables
Figure 1. Chavaleh’s Not So Little Things.
Works Cited and References
“A Letter of Invitation.” (A standing invitation friend.)
Jesus, Amen.
< https://development.jesusamen.org/a-letter-of-invitation-2/ >
Microsoft Copilot.
April 2025.
Notes
N/A