Small Things, Big Things: Inspiring Stories of Everyday Grace

by Michael A. Milton

"Where did you find God today?"



This question from a pastor to his congregation is at the heart of these inspiring stories. Mike Milton takes you on a journey through experiences, events, relationships, and private recollections -- all pursuing the goal of finding God's grace at work in everyday life.



Join him as these seemingly small things bring a tear, a smile, and a renewed appreciation for God's presence in your own life, as long as you are willing to look.

240 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 2009

About the author

Michael A. Milton and his family live in Charlotte, North Carolina and is the host of the national Bible teaching television program Faith for Living, a songwriter and recording artist, and the author of numerous books and articles. Previously he was the senior minister of the historic First Presbyterian Church of Chattanooga, Tennessee and is currently Chancellor and CEO elect of Reformed Theological Seminary and the James M. Baird Jr. Professor of Pastoral Theology, there.

Reviews

[Mikejencostanzo · Rating 4 out of 5]

Author Mike Milton was the interim president of the seminary my husband attended this past year. I think "interim president" is the title they assign to the temporary figurehead of an institution, until the REAL president has been hired. It is a temp job with a bigger paycheck.

The thing that impressed me most about Dr. Milton though, was how it seemed he gave more of himself than just the bare minimum so often expected from a temp. Every week, I looked forward to reading his contributions to the campus-wide news email. There was always a sermon, essay, or letter from Milton that revealed his heart and fixed my eyes on Jesus.

When I saw that Small Things Big Things was being released as a series of essays and sermons by Milton, I was eager to read more of his work.

Book in hand, I savored each chapter, one a day. Milton's writing style is as poetic as prose can get, and nostalgia, theology and a passion for Christ all rolled into one.

The fact that this interim president's life touched mine with such a tangible impact, suggests to me that he attempted to be just as faithful in carrying out a temporary assignment as he would a more significant and high-profile position. "Big things, small things" reverberates with new meaning as I ponder the voice of Jesus Christ as quoted in the Bible: "Whoever can be trusted with very little can also be trusted with much..."

Thank you Dr. Milton for living out Luke 16:10 and giving of yourself to a little job. Your example was a blessing to me.

--Jen

[Rick · Rating 3 out of 5]

Each brief chapter is a story of inspiration or insight taken from the daily stuff of life. As one would expect, some are stronger than others. The author's Aunt Eva shows up frequently, and this reader wonders if she is worthy of a book herself.

[Mike Milton]

I am the author. See http://michaelmilton.org/books