Behind the Sink, Not in the Spotlight

A Life of Simple Obedience: It’s Not the Grand Gesture, It’s the Quiet Yes

“What is more pleasing to the Lord: your burnt offerings and sacrifices or your obedience to his voice? Listen! Obedience is better than sacrifice, and submission is better than offering the fat of rams.”
— 1 Samuel 15:22 (NLT)

We talk a lot about being ready to die for our faith, ready to be martyrs, to make the ultimate sacrifice, to go out in a blaze of holy fire. We rehearse our final words like spiritual warriors prepping for battle.

But what about living for God? Day after day. Choice after choice. Obscure. Quiet. Unseen. Faithfulness isn't loud. It’s not dramatic. It's consistent.

True holiness is often hidden in the rhythm of the ordinary:

• making tea for someone without being asked,

• choosing silence over gossip,

• praying when you feel dry,

• showing up when it's inconvenient.

As one modern monk put it:
“Everyone wants to be a hero. Few want to be a servant.

But God finds His saints among the dishwashers and the dog walkers.”

Reflective Questions:

• Am I hoping for a big moment to prove my love for God, while ignoring the little ones?

• In what everyday space can I offer obedience this week?

• Does my faith show more in my prayers or in my patience?

Call to Action:

This week, don’t aim for the spotlight. Choose the secret place.
Live your faith one quiet "yes" at a time:

• Text someone an encouragement.

• Pray before reacting.

• Do one job nobody wants to do—with joy.

We don’t need to be solemn. But we do need to be serious.
Serious about following Jesus in the kitchen, the street, the shop floor.

Live the long obedience. Let that be your offering.