Friday, July 4, 2025

New Testament Reading Plan: Galatians 6

Ephesians 3:20
Now all glory to God, who is able, through his mighty power at work within us, to accomplish infinitely more than we might ask or think.

When I read the word "infinite" in this verse, my mind instantly recalls a trip to the Grand Canyon.

While the canyon during the day was breathtakingly beautiful, what stood out even more was the night sky after sunset. I am still in awe as I think of the stars that seemed to stretch endlessly above me. It was a quiet, humbling reminder of how big God is.

It's sometimes hard to imagine that the God who placed all those stars in the sky also cares about the tiny details of our lives. But he does. He sees everything and is present through it all.

So often, we limit what we believe God can do in our lives. But let's not take a view of God that restricts him to only the grand gestures. He wants to speak about the small, everyday things as well.

When we start to place limits or become complacent where we are in our faith, it can be considered Tiny Faith Syndrome. This syndrome shrinks our view of God. It can make our prayers smaller and lessen the obedience we need to live out the purpose God has for us. It focuses on our resources and control rather than God's limitless ability.

When we trust God and begin to see how infinite he truly is, we position ourselves to hear what he’s been ready to show us all along.

Trust is the antidote. When we allow God to guide and take care of us, he opens us to hearing his voice and responding. Faith isn't about knowing how everything will turn out but about who holds it all.

Questions:
Where in your life have you been having symptoms of TFS (Tiny Faith Syndrome) and limiting God by expecting too little or playing it safe?

Next Steps:
Write down one area of your life where you've been praying "small" or holding back in faith. Ask God to help you trust him more, show you where you need to see him, and listen in that area.

Prayer:
Jesus, forgive me for the times I've let small faith shape my expectations. Help me see you as powerful, loving, and unlimited. Grow my faith and teach me to trust you with bold prayers, listen for your direction, and then take the courageous next steps you're calling me to. I love you, I trust you, and I worship you. Amen.

Series Theme Verse:

Psalm 85:8
I listen carefully to what God the Lord is saying, for he speaks peace to his faithful people. But let them not return to their foolish ways.

This post was written by Lori Tuckerman, Director of Content for the Daily LivingItOut.