Small Acts of Faith
The Unlikely Heroes of Exodus
You know, sometimes life feels like a series of small, seemingly insignificant moments, like when you realize you’re out of coffee on a Monday morning, or when you’re trying to decide whether to watch just one more episode before bed (you know you will). But what if those small moments are actually big in disguise? What if the tiny, everyday decisions you make could change the course of history? No pressure, right?
Let’s rewind a bit to the book of Exodus, chapters 1 and 2—because, believe it or not, it’s got a lot to say about the power of Small Acts of faith.
The Scene: Egypt, Population Control, and Two Midwives Who Weren’t Having It
The story kicks off with Pharaoh, the ruler of Egypt, realizing that the Israelite population is growing faster than the number of Starbucks locations in a city. To control the population boom, Pharaoh comes up with a plan that’s as heartless as it is terrible: he orders all Hebrew baby boys to be killed at birth. Yeah, he’s that kind of guy.
Enter Shiphrah and Puah, two midwives whose names sound like they were made for a buddy-cop movie. These women are tasked with carrying out Pharaoh’s horrific order, but they have other plans. Instead of following through, they let the boys live by showing up late. These ladies didn’t just break the rules—they smashed them to pieces with a big ol' hammer of a Smal Act of Faith. They feared God more than Pharaoh, and in doing so, they saved countless lives.
Moses: The Basket Case Who Became a Big Deal
Fast forward a bit, and we meet Moses in a wicker basket floating down the Nile. His mother, another unsung hero, refused to let her son become a victim of Pharaoh’s decree. So, she hid him for three months, which, if you’ve ever tried to keep a newborn quiet, deserves some sort of award. When hiding him became impossible, she placed him in a basket and set him adrift on the river, hoping against hope that someone would find him and give him a chance at life. And wouldn’t you know it, that someone was Pharaoh’s own daughter. Moses goes from a doomed infant to a prince of Egypt, all because his mom let go with a Small Act of Faith
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The Small Steps that Change the World
Here’s the kicker: None of these people—Shiphrah, Puah, or Moses’ mom—set out to change the world. They weren’t trying to make headlines or start a movement. They were just doing what they believed was right, trusting that God would handle the rest. In a world that often tells us bigger is better, the story of Exodus 1 and 2 reminds us that small acts of faith can have a ripple effect far beyond what we can see. Shiphrah and Puah’s courage saved a generation. Moses’ mom’s faith in a floating basket saved the man who would one day lead an entire nation to freedom. These weren’t grand gestures; they were small, faithful steps that God used to do something extraordinary.
So, the next time you find yourself in a moment that feels small or insignificant, remember that God specializes in using the little things to make a big impact. Whether it’s standing up for what’s right, taking a step of faith, or simply trusting God with the next small decision, you never know how He might use it to change the world.
And hey, if God can use two midwives and a basket to kick off a rescue plan for His people, just imagine what He can do with your small acts of faith?
Always True
Pastor Mike
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