Church of the Small Things Video Study

by Melanie Shankle

First published 2017

Melanie Shankle guides viewers through six video sessions that reveal how ordinary moments contain extraordinary meaning. She explores being faithful when tasks feel insignificant, recognizing individual purpose in daily routines, choosing words that build others up, and finding hope when life feels fractured. Shankle examines how friendships require intentional investment and how small acts create impacts beyond what we see. Through humor and candid storytelling, she demonstrates that abundant living comes not from grand gestures but from noticing beauty in mundane experiences. Each session runs fifteen to twenty-one minutes, covering practical ways to discover significance in everyday circumstances. The study challenges viewers to shift their perspective from seeking dramatic transformation to embracing the richness already present in their lives. Shankle argues that meaningful existence emerges from paying attention to overlooked details and finding laughter in unexpected places.

Genres: religion, non-fiction, inspirational, christian-living

Vibes: emotional, intimate, thought-provoking

Tropes: found-family, slice-of-life

DVD · HarperChristian Resources

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