Hey friends,
This past Sunday, I shared a message that’s been sitting on my heart for a while—one that reminds us of the beauty and power of trusting God little by little. So often, we expect life to unfold with instant results, quick fixes, and clear answers. But God’s way isn’t always about the big, dramatic moments. Sometimes, it’s about the small, faithful steps we take every day that lead us into His promises.
In the book of Exodus, we see God leading His people out of slavery and into the Promised Land. But here’s the thing: it didn’t happen overnight. In Exodus 23:30, God says, "Little by little I will drive them out before you, until you have increased enough to take possession of the land.”
That’s not the answer the Israelites wanted, and it’s not the answer we usually want either. We live in a world that thrives on speed. We want to see the results of our prayers and hard work right away. But God is often more interested in growing our trust, our character, and our faithfulness in the process.
Trusting in the Slow, Steady Steps
I don’t know about you, but I’ve often found myself praying for a breakthrough, a miracle, or for God to move quickly in a situation. And while there are times when God answers with a resounding yes right away, more often than not, He works little by little.
Why? Because He knows that sometimes, if He gave us everything we asked for all at once, we wouldn’t be ready to handle it. He loves us too much to rush the process.
God’s timing is perfect. Even when it feels slow to us, He’s moving in ways we can’t see. Maybe you’re waiting for a breakthrough in your marriage, your finances, your health, or your spiritual life. You might feel like you’ve been wandering in the wilderness for a while now. But know this—God is faithful, and He’s working on your behalf, even when you can’t see it. He’s shaping your story, refining your faith, and preparing you for something greater.
Keep Going, Keep Trusting
So, what do we do in the meantime? Galatians 6:9 reminds us, “Let us not become weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up.”
We stay faithful. We keep trusting. We keep praying. We keep serving. We keep taking the next right step, knowing that God is working behind the scenes, little by little.
Whatever you’re facing today, remember that God sees you. He hears your prayers. And He’s walking with you, guiding you forward in ways you may not even realize.
Let’s Pray Together
This week, let’s commit to leaning into the process and trusting that God’s timing is perfect. If there’s something you’re praying for, I’d love to stand with you in that. Drop a prayer request below or reach out to me personally. We’re in this together, and I believe God has something amazing in store for each of us—little by little.
Love and prayers,
Pastor Erica