the little things

(little things mean a lot) The little things It’s the little things that I seem to notice. A CEO who eschews the reserved spot to park instead at the far end of the lot.  A worship leader who steps back from the spotlight when someone else is singing or playing a solo.  A senior pastor who sits in the front row, taking notes, when a younger staff person preaches.   Or a manager who takes the time to brush the snow off her teams’ cars while her own warms up.  These small gestures…done largely unconsciously…are a window into the heart of the person.  A humble, serving attitude reflects a deeper commitment to doing what’s right, even when it’s inconvenient. “Whoever can be trusted with very little can also be trusted with much, and whoever is dishonest with very little will also be dishonest with much.” Luke 16:10 With his words above, Jesus set the standard that how we handle “the little” extrapolates to our ability to handle “the much”.  If we react anxiously to every perceived problem, how will we handle a full-blown crisis?  If we don’t share bad financial results quickly and transparently will stakeholders trust us when we really need their help? The same applies to our faith.  We ought to give God thanks for the basic gifts of health, happiness and comfort.  These blessings may be small, but our thanks are the least we can offer. Thanks for all you do. Brian <><  Volume 7, Number 19