The Magic of One Clean Spoon

“Do not despise these small beginnings, for the Lord rejoices to see the work begin.” —Zechariah 4:10 NLT

It’s late.

The sink is full.

And the only thing you have energy for is one clean spoon. So, you wash it.

It doesn’t fix everything—but somehow, that small act steadies you.

One spoon. One breath. One moment of peace in the middle of the undone. And heaven takes note.

Zechariah 4:10 (NLT) reminds us:

“Do not despise these small beginnings, for the Lord rejoices to see the work begin.”

God isn’t asking you to conquer the kitchen. He’s celebrating your faithfulness—one spoon at a time.

Isaiah 40:11 tells us He gently leads those who have young. He’s not shouting over your shoulder.

He’s not handing out gold stars for spotless houses.

He’s leading with gentleness—into peace, not pressure.

Brother Lawrence, who found deep communion with God while peeling potatoes in the Old-Centuries-Ago, said it like this:

“We can do little things for God; I turn the cake that is frying on the pan for love of Him... it is enough for me to pick up but a straw from the ground for the love of God.”

So when you wash the spoon, fold the towel, wipe the counter—know this:

You’re not just doing chores.

You’re making room for peace. You’re choosing presence. And love, even poured into something as humble as a small act of service, is never wasted.

Prayer:

I don’t have to finish it all, Jesus. What I offer in love, You call holy. Thank You for the sweet reminder today. In Your name, I pray.