I read this quote this morning and thought, "Now, that is mothering summed up in a nut-shell!" Parenting, really. Life, actually!
Repetition? Yep. Laundry. Laundry. Laundry. Dishes. Dishes. Dishes. Hugs. Hugs. Help with schoolwork. Making of meals. Night-time tucking little ones into bed. Daily repetition.
And, all these things are most certainly "small efforts" in the scheme of life, history and the world-at-large!
Repeated. And, small.
But, I know Charles Spurgeon is on to something here. I hear Truth and encouragement behind these words. I do believe that these small things matter.
Small things are only missed when they are lacking, aren't they? When the "small efforts" are not made---we call this neglect. But, when the small things are done and dusted, we take no notice.
What do these things "accomplish" in the Kingdom of God? I am not sure I can articulate the what, exactly. But, I do know they have meaning. It matters that my kids are well hugged, well-listened-to, well taught and well fed. It matters that I answer that email. And, it matters that I smile at my neighbor and stop to talk to that sweet lady on the street.
Small. Repetitive. Yep. But, strangely important.
So, off I go to make some small efforts! Off I go to make much impact with another load of laundry, another sink full of dishes, and another math lesson to teach!! May it be for Your Glory, Father! May it accomplish much for Your Kingdom!