Thankfulness in the Little ThingsBy: Dr. Krystal C. Adcock

Do you ever wonder how much the ordinary moments of your life truly matter? Because most of the time, the blessings God gives us don’t arrive wrapped in fireworks. They show up in the mundane, sacred pieces of our everyday lives. The truth is, most of the moments that build our faith aren’t huge or dramatic. They’re often small, ordinary, and quiet. 

Scripture reminds us that God draws near to the humble and bends down to listen closely to His children. Psalm 116:2 says, “Because He bends down to listen, I will pray as long as I have breath.” That means every whisper counts. Every quiet cry matters. Every little prayer is heard.

The Heart Behind “Little Prayers in Boots”

The inspiration behind “Little Prayers in Boots” came from watching my boys play outside this summer and realizing how many sacred moments hide inside the everyday ones. Shoes piled by the door, busy mornings, toys strewn across the floor. These moments may look simple, but they were once the deepest prayers of my heart. I spent months and years waiting, undergoing multiple rounds of IVF, wondering if I’d ever hear little voices call me “Mama.” And then – God answered! 

What used to be fear and waiting has turned into stick kingdoms, dirt piles, and toy monster truck shows. What used to be tears has become two precious miracles singing loudly and shouting at the sky. 

🎵“Little prayers in boots, running through the grass… Every ‘Mama, come play’ is a dream I prayed for day after day.”🎵

This song is simply a thank-you letter to God for the everyday (beautifully loud, messy, chaotic) moments that I once begged Him for.

Lesson Focus: Gratitude in Every Season

When we choose to notice God in the small things: 

• We begin to recognize how present He truly is. 

• We see His hand in the conversations, routines, and tiny mercies of the day. 

• We learn that thankfulness isn’t about perfection – it’s about perspective. 

And even on the days when I’m stressed, exhausted, and overwhelmed, (and gratitude feels like a stretch), I remind myself that I’m living the life of motherhood that I desperately prayed for. It’s the greatest joy of my life!

Final Thoughts

Whether you’re parenting little ones, praying for grown children, or simply trying to stay faithful in your daily walk, remember this: God is in the little things. He hears the quietest prayers you pray. He sees the moments no one else notices. And He is good – in every season, in every step. 

So in this season of thankfulness, let’s pause long enough to recognize God’s goodness in the everyday moments – the little prayers, the little mercies, and the little reminders that He is near.