Nothing too small

You will feed and be carried on her arm and dandled on her knees. As a mother comforts her child, so will I comfort you. —Isaiah 66:12–13

Sometimes we’re reluctant to pray about the small things because we think that God has bigger problems to take care of. But the Bible tells us that God cares even about the minutiae. The laws He gave Moses in the book of Exodus include details about lost teeth, fire damage, property boundaries, missing clothes, and unpaid loans. Jesus also reminds us, “Even the very hairs of your head are all numbered” (Matthew 10:30). God cares about the details of your life. You can go to Him freely and express your concerns, no matter how insignificant. He delights in hearing your smallest prayers.

Whenever you’re tired, frustrated, drained, or lonely, close your eyes and remember

that God is listening. Talk to Him, cry for Him, and pour out your troubles to Him. Ask Him to calm your spirit and open your eyes and heart to His presence. Then wait for Him, patiently and expectantly.

King David had no qualms about turning to God whenever he was afraid or discouraged. Even when he felt abandoned, he did not hesitate to question God:

How long, Lord? Will you forget me for ever? How long will you hide your face from me? How long must I wrestle with my thoughts and day after day have sorrow in my heart? (Psalm 13:1–2)

Such “psalms of lament” express our deepest fears and

heartfelt pleas to God for protection, deliverance, and plain answers. They show how we are free to express our sorrow and pain to Him. We’re never asked to deny the hurt we’re experiencing. Lament offers us the freedom to express our pain and appeal for relief. It is the only safe place to confess our hurt, sin, or anger, knowing that our pleas are heard by a God of mercy. God care s about our sorrows. He longs for us to go to Him with our broken hearts and disappointments. He hears the deepest cries of our souls and will send hope, help, and healing, just like a mother comforting and assuring her child:

You will feed and be carried on her arm and dandled on her knees. As a mother comforts her child, so will I comfort you. (Isaiah 66:12–13)

Lord, thank You for being a loving God who is not only mercifully patient in hearing my cries and complaints, but who is also loving enough to want to hear about the smallest details of my life. Thank You for being my Shepherd.

Bring your troubles to God. He’s always listening.