Edited by John Sankitts Jr.
My son, an outstanding and prolific wordsmith who exudes brilliance through his pen and possesses vivid expository skill, has encouraged and inspired me to release my written works—to immortalize them. This is a piece written with the hope that it may stir even the smallest spark of motivation in those who feel they have little, so they might rise and take action.
“For who hath despised the day of small things?”
(Zechariah 4:10)
In the work of God, the day of small things is not to be despised. God often chooses the weak to bring about mighty change. Though the beginnings may be small, He can make the latter end greatly increase.
A writer begins with just one word. That word becomes a sentence, and soon a book is born—one capable of influencing the world, shaping cultures, and transforming ideologies. Writing, for me, is the vehicle of persuasion and purpose, enabling the creation of this poetic reflection. I offer it for review, interpretation, and even critique. These thoughts have been stored and composed over time, waiting patiently for their moment. That moment is now.
We live in an atmosphere filled with envy, hate, doubt, and confusion. But hope—yes, even hope—can begin with something small: a word, an idea, a seed. The deliverance of hope can arrive in the form of small words, small actions, small sacrifices, and small beginnings. This humble work, though seemingly insignificant, is intended to serve as a paradigm—to encourage aspiring writers, dreamers, and influencers.
Your smallest contribution, no matter the form, can spark monumental movements, actions, and spiritual manifestations. The prophet Zechariah reminds us that we must not despise the day of small things. No matter how minuscule something may seem, if it serves a worthy cause, it holds value. No one should belittle what is small. History proves again and again that small things can become monumental, colossal, and profoundly impactful.
Often, it's not the grand gestures that change the world, but the smallest ones. It’s the flicker of hope that transforms into a force of change. Small beginnings captivate our attention and produce the very grandeur we stand in awe of—like the first raindrop that hits the dry, parched ground. Then come the storms, then the rivers, then the oceans—all born from a single drop.
Have you seen the seed? The seed of might? Do you possess the seed of hope? Or perhaps—you are the seed. The very seed that becomes a towering Sequoia tree—so vast, so majestic, that a vehicle could pass through its trunk. The mighty General Sherman, the largest known single-stem tree on Earth, stands as living testimony to the wonder of small beginnings.
This truth is more than amazing; it’s awe-inspiring. It reminds us that small things grow into significant wonders. Consider the Bible—an ancient text that began with one word and has stood the test of time. In Luke 17:6, Jesus says:
"If you have faith the size of a mustard seed, you could say to this mulberry tree, 'Be uprooted and planted in the sea,' and it would obey you."
Yes, powerful in words—and proven in reality. When we reflect on the subject of small things, we find that everything that multiplies or matures starts from a simple seed. Nature shows us time and again that great works emerge from humble beginnings.
Allow me now to become a Picasso of words, painting a vision:
A single raindrop can save a nation from drought.
A thought of love can become a movement.
A single sperm cell swims toward an egg—and nine months later, a life is born.
One drop of food coloring transforms an entire pitcher of water.
A spark of hope leads to the invention of the lightbulb.
One smooth stone in the hands of a shepherd boy took down a giant.
"And behold, a woman who had suffered from a discharge of blood for twelve years came up behind Him and touched the fringe of His garment..."
(Matthew 9:20)
Whether or not you approach this text through the lens of faith, the message remains: the smallest action can yield miraculous results.
Picture the golden fields of corn, swaying in the wind, feeding millions. What started as a seed has grown into an abundant harvest. Everything—everything—begins small. And everything that grows is a reflection of the omnipotence, omniscience, and omnipresence of God. Who else but God can cause anything to reach its full potential?
So act. Have faith in your ideas, your voice, your effort. This is why the Bible tells us: “Never despise the day of small things.”
In conclusion, small things grow into big things. It may seem obvious, but it’s worth saying: little ideas birth great inventions. Little children become presidents. Tiny trees grow into towering wonders. Small beginnings evolve into lasting legacies.
So I submit this small offering of hope and encouragement—to all who are struggling to begin, to all who hesitate, to those who doubt the worth of their contribution. Listen to the whisper inside you. Nurture it. Believe in it. Because starting is the enemy of stagnation, and execution gives birth to destiny.
How we handle the small things in life—whether good or bad—shapes our future and positions us before great men and women. But only if we allow God, in His light, to guide us.
Plant your seed. Watch it grow.
You only live once—and life is full of tiny joys. If you are reading this, you are living proof that small things endure.
It is my heartfelt intention to share this truth with you: no matter how small the act, once you begin, it will grow.
“Jesus said that if you have faith as little as a mustard seed, you can move mountains.”
(Matthew 17:20)
The End
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