Tuesday Thoughts 💭
🍞 Tuesday Thoughts | What Sourdough Is Teaching Me
When I first started sourdough, I thought I was just learning to bake bread.
Instead, I found myself learning patience.
Every day I feed my starter. Every day I wait. Some days it doubles beautifully, and other days it seems like nothing is happening. But even when I can’t see much on the surface, it’s still growing.
Isn’t our walk with God like that?
We often want overnight change, instant answers, and quick results. But God works in seasons. He grows us little by little, often in ways we don’t notice until we look back.
Sourdough has reminded me that beautiful things aren’t rushed. They take consistency, care, and trust.
So today, whether you’re feeding your starter, folding laundry, washing dishes, or rocking a baby to sleep, remember this:
🌿 Faithfulness in the ordinary is never wasted.
“Let us not grow weary of doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up.” — Galatians 6:9
What’s something God has been teaching you in this season? I’d love to hear in the comments. 🤍
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Starting sourdough baking is truly a transformative experience, beyond simply making bread. Each day, as I feed my starter and wait for it to rise, I’m reminded of the gradual yet powerful nature of growth — both in baking and life. Just like the starter may seem inactive some days but is quietly developing beneath the surface, our own journeys can feel slow or invisible. Yet progress is happening, even when we don’t immediately see it. I’ve found that this daily routine cultivates a deeper sense of patience and trust. The act of caring for the starter teaches me to embrace the waiting period rather than rush the process. Similarly, in life and faith, meaningful change often comes in subtle, steady increments. It’s a comforting reminder that consistent effort and faithfulness, even in mundane tasks like folding laundry or rocking a baby to sleep, are never wasted. This perspective shift encourages me to find value in the ordinary moments and trust God’s timing for growth and harvest. Like the sourdough starter that needs diligent feeding and time, our spiritual and personal growth requires nurturing in small steps. I also appreciate how this analogy helps reframe challenges — what seems like slow progress is actually part of a larger, beautiful transformation. Incorporating quiet time or simple acts of kindness into daily life complements this mindset. It’s about having a faithful heart amidst everyday chores and trusting that good things will come in their season. Reflecting on this has made me more mindful and grateful for each day’s small victories, fostering hope and perseverance. If you’re exploring sourdough or navigating your own season of waiting and growth, remember: faithfulness in the ordinary is powerful. Trust the process, be patient with yourself, and celebrate the little steps — they’re shaping a remarkable journey.
