Church of the Small Things

by Melanie Shankle

First published 2017

Does your daily routine of school pickups, office work, and dinner preparation hold real meaning? Melanie Shankle wrestles with this question in her exploration of ordinary life's hidden significance. The New York Times bestselling author and Big Mama Blog writer examines how women can discover purpose in seemingly mundane moments. She argues against the cultural pressure to seek breathtaking experiences, instead advocating for recognizing the sacred in small acts of faithfulness. Through personal stories featuring Frito pie, childhood memories with Me-Ma and Pa-Pa, and the realities of family caregiving, Shankle demonstrates how God works through the smallest gestures. Her approach combines humor with practical wisdom, showing readers how packing lunches and attending college classes can become acts of worship. The book offers women permission to find fulfillment in their current circumstances rather than constantly seeking something more spectacular.

Genres: family-life, self-help, contemporary, non-fiction, inspirational, christian-living

Vibes: emotional, intimate, thought-provoking

Tropes: found-family

224 pages · Hardcover · Zondervan

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