This week’s theme, “The Extraordinary in the Ordinary,” invites us to open our eyes to God’s presence in the everyday moments of life. Through the week’s readings, we see how God reveals His power and glory not just in grand, miraculous acts but also in quiet, unassuming ways that often go unnoticed.

The psalmist reminds us in Psalm 104 of God’s handiwork in creation—the intricate details of nature that proclaim His majesty. Likewise, the humility of Jesus, who came to walk among us (Hebrews 4:14-16), reveals how the divine dwells even in the ordinary rhythms of human life. Whether it’s the laughter of Sarah holding her promised son (Genesis 21:1-7) or the perseverance of those carrying treasure in “jars of clay” (2 Corinthians 4:7), God’s extraordinary work often hides within the commonplace.

When we pause to notice, we see that the mundane is infused with the sacred. It might be a kind word from a friend, the beauty of a sunset, or even the quiet reassurance of God’s faithfulness in a challenging season. These seemingly ordinary moments are, in fact, extraordinary gifts of His grace.

This week, take time to reflect on where you’ve seen God at work in the ordinary places of your life. What moments, however small, have revealed His glory to you? As we become more attentive to these glimpses of the extraordinary, we are reminded of a God who is intimately involved in every detail of our lives.

Readings
Sun: Psalm 104
Mon: Colossians 2:1-6
Tue: Matthew 17:1-3
Wed: Genesis 21:1-7
Thur: 2 Corinthians 4:1-15
Fri: Isaiah 51:1-16
Sat: Hebrews 4:14-16