Video 9B: Small Spiritual Practices That Matter

In this video, we are talking about small spiritual practices that matter.

Many mothers feel guilty because their spiritual life does not look the way it once did, or the way they think it should look. Maybe you used to read Scripture for longer periods of time. Maybe prayer felt easier in a different season. Maybe church attendance, small group involvement, or worship rhythms have become complicated.

But spiritual growth is not measured only by the length of a devotional time. It is also formed by repeated moments of turning toward God.

First Thessalonians 5:16–18 says, “Rejoice always. Pray without ceasing. In everything give thanks, for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus toward you.”

Praying without ceasing does not mean you never stop doing formal prayer. It means your life becomes open toward God. You bring your thoughts, needs, fears, gratitude, and decisions before Him throughout the day.

Small practices can help.

You might choose a breath prayer, such as, “Lord Jesus, give me peace.” You might place one Scripture verse on your mirror, phone, dashboard, or refrigerator. You might pray for your children by name as you prepare their clothes or meals. You might listen to Scripture while driving. You might end the day by naming one mercy God gave you.

Small does not mean shallow.

A cup of water is small, but it still refreshes. A nightlight is small, but it still helps a child feel safe. A short prayer is small, but it can reconnect your heart to Christ.

For a single mother, spiritual practices need to be realistic. They should fit life with children, work, exhaustion, interruptions, and changing schedules.

This is not an excuse to ignore spiritual growth. It is an invitation to practice spiritual growth in a way that can actually live inside your real life.

You may also need embodied rest. Matthew 11:28 records Jesus saying, “Come to me, all you who labor and are heavily burdened, and I will give you rest.” Rest is not laziness. Rest can be faithful stewardship. Your body is God-designed. Your mind and emotions need care. Your motherhood is strengthened when you receive grace and care for your limits.

This week, choose small practices that help you stay connected to Christ without creating a new burden.

Reflection Question: What small spiritual practice could help you remember Christ during your normal routine?

Gentle Next Step: Pick one simple practice for the next seven days, such as one verse, one breath prayer, one gratitude moment, or one short prayer with your children.


Last modified: Wednesday, July 8, 2026, 12:36 PM