365 Buckets of Grace with Raymond Matthews

Day 8: The Empty Bucket   Scripture: Psalm 51:17 — “The sacrifices of God are a broken spirit; a broken and contrite heart, O God, you will not despise.” (NIV)   Devotional:   An empty bucket can feel like failure or lack, but it’s often the starting point God uses to fill us with His grace and strength. When we come before God broken and humble, He begins to pour in His mercy and power. Emptying ourselves means letting go of pride, control, and self-sufficiency. It opens the way for God to fill us with what we truly need His presence, love, and purpose. Don’t fear emptin...

Day 7: Little by Little   Scripture: Exodus 23:30 — “Little by little I will drive them out before you, until you have increased enough to take possession of the land.” (NIV)   Devotional:   God’s work in us and through us often happens gradually little by little. Progress might seem slow, but it’s steady and purposeful. Small steps forward, done faithfully, lead to lasting victory and growth. Like driving out enemies from a land, God removes obstacles in stages. This teaches us to be patient and persistent, trusting the process even when results aren’t immediate or dramatic. Celebrate each small victory and keep moving for...

Day 5: Building a Foundation

 Scripture:

 Matthew 7:24-25 — “Therefore everyone who hears these words of mine and puts them into practice is like a wise man who built his house on the rock.” (NIV)

Devotional:

Strong foundations don’t happen overnight; they’re built step by step, day by day. The small choices we make, the habits we form, and the values we live out build a foundation for a life that can weather storms. God calls us to listen to His words and put them into practice. This obedience in “small beginnings” is like laying b...

Bucket 4: When No One Is Watching  

Scripture:

Matthew 6:4 “...and your father, who sees what is done in secret, will reward you.” (NIV)

 Devotional:

Much of life’s most important work happens in quiet moments when no one else notices. God sees these unseen acts of faithfulness and rewards them, even if others overlook them. Sometimes it’s tempting to seek recognition or applause for what we do. But God calls us to serve faithfully regardless of audience. He honors integrity the choice to do right even when it’s unnoticed. In your “small beginnin...

Bucket 3: The Humble Start

Scripture:

 Philippians 2:8 “And being found in appearance as a man, He humbled Himself by becoming obedient to death even death on a cross!” (NIV)

Devotional:

Jesus's beginning was humble born in a stable, wrapped in cloth, laid in a manger God’s Son chose a simple start rather than grand glory. His humility is a powerful example for us as we begin new journeys. Often, our beginnings feel small or insignificant we might not feel equipped, or we might be tempted to compare ourselves to others who seem further...

Bucket 2: Just Water, Just Soap

Scripture: 

Luke 16:10 “Whoever can be trusted with very little can also be trusted with much.” (NIV)

Devotional:

Sometimes, the simplest tasks hold the greatest lessons the first bucket might only have water and soap nothing fancy but it’s the beginning of a clean, polished finish. Faithfulness in unimportant things matters deeply to God. Jesus teaches that those who are trustworthy in little are trustworthy in much. It’s a call to integrity in the “small stuff” the quiet moments when no one is watching, the tasks others might...

Bucket 1: The First Bucket

Scripture: 

Zechariah 4:10 “Do not despise these small beginnings, for the Lord rejoices to see the work begin.” (NLT)

Devotional:

Every great journey starts somewhere often, it begins with a humble step, a small act of faith, or a simple willingness to start. Imagine the first bucket of water used in washing a car plain, basic, and unremarkable yet it’s essential. Without that first bucket, the rest of the process cannot happen. God reminds us not to despise small beginnings because He delights when we take that first step to...

Day 365: The Journey Is Worship
Scripture: Romans 12:1
“Offer your bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and pleasing
to God this is your true and proper worship.”
Devotional:
Taking the first step in faith is more than movement it’s
worship. When you lay your plans, fears, and timing at His
feet, it honors Him deeply. The journey becomes sacred
when it’s surrendered.
Prayer:
Lord, I give You this journey. Let every step I take be
worship to You. Guide me in Your will as I walk forward in
fai...

Day 364: Don’t Delay Obedience
Scripture: Psalm 119:60
“I will hasten and not delay to obey your commands.”
Devotional:
Delayed obedience is still disobedience. Sometimes we
wait because we want more details but faith means moving
when God speaks, even if we’re unsure. Obedience opens
the next door.
Prayer:
God, help me not to delay when You call. Give me a heart
that obeys quickly and trusts You completely. Amen.

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Day 363: God Qualifies the Called
Scripture: Exodus 4:10–12
“Now go; I will help you speak and will teach you what to
say.”
Devotional:
Moses doubted his ability, but God reminded him that He
equips those He calls. You don’t need all the answers to take
the first step just trust the One who sends you.
Prayer:
Father, when I feel unqualified, remind me that You are my
confidence. Teach me to lean on You as I walk in obedience.
Amen.

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Day 362: Start Even When It’s Small
Scripture: Job 8:7
“Though your beginning was small, your latter days will be
very great.”
Devotional:
Don’t wait for perfect conditions. God often asks us to
start small, trusting that He will increase and multiply what
we begin in faith. Every great move of God starts with a
small, obedient “yes.”
Prayer:
Lord, I give You my small beginning. I trust that You will
grow what I plant in faith. Help me to begin today. Amen.


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Day 361: The Small Still Changes the World
Scripture: Micah 5:2
“But you, Bethlehem... out of you will come one who will
be ruler over Israel...”
Devotional:
Jesus was born in a small, overlooked town but from that
humble place came the Savior of the world. Never doubt what
God can do through the overlooked, underestimated, and
unseen.
Prayer:
Lord, I surrender my life small, messy, and ordinary into
Your hands. Use it however You want, for Your glory. Amen.

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Day 360: Steady in the Small Seasons
Scripture: Ecclesiastes 3:1
“There is a time for everything, and a season for every
activity under the heavens.”
Devotional:
Not every season is loud or visible. Sometimes God places
you in a slow, hidden season for deep work. Be steady.
These small seasons are sacred and necessary for growth.
Prayer:
God, help me to honor the season I’m in, even if it feels
small. Help me stay rooted and faithful. Amen.

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Bucket  359: God Counts the Little Sacrifices
Scripture: Mark 9:41
“Anyone who gives you a cup of water in my name... will
certainly not lose their reward.”
Devotional:
Jesus said even a cup of water given in His name matters.
That means the small kindness, the unnoticed help, the tiny
gesture done in love it all counts. Nothing is overlooked in
the kingdom.
Prayer:
Jesus, help me not overlook what seems insignificant.
Make me generous in spirit and quick to serve. Amen.


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Bucket  358: The Hidden Work Still Matters
Scripture: Matthew 6:4
“Then your Father, who sees what is done in secret, will
reward you.”
Devotional:
What you do in secret matters deeply to God. When you
forgive quietly, serve without credit, or give without
recognition He sees, and He rewards. Keep showing up in
the unseen spaces.
Prayer:
Father, keep my motives pure and my heart humble. May
my hidden life with You be my deepest joy. Amen.

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Day 357: Small Prayers, Big Faith
Scripture: James 5:17
“Elijah was a human being, even as we are. He prayed
earnestly...”
Devotional:
You don’t need perfect words or long speeches to move
heaven—just sincere faith. Elijah was an ordinary person
with an extraordinary God. Your simple prayers matter more
than you think.
Prayer:
Lord, thank You that You hear even my smallest prayers.
Grow my faith in the quiet place where only You and I meet.
Amen.

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Stop despising small assignments! They're not obstacles - they're opportunities to show God your heart. When you're faithful with little responsibilities out of love (not ambition), you're actually worshipping Him through your work. #SmallAssignments #FaithfulSteward #WorkAsWorship #Matthew25 #ChristianLife #Faithfulness #GodsTesting #ChurchTruth #DivineOpportunity

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Day 355: One Small Yes Can Change EverythingScripture: Luke 1:38“I am the Lord’s servant,” Mary answered. “May your word to me be fulfilled.”Devotional:Mary’s simple yes to God changed the course of history. She didn’t understand everything she just obeyed. Your “yes” today, even if it seems small, can open the door to something far bigger than you imagined.
Prayer:Lord, help me to say yes to Youev en when I don’t see the full picture. Use my obedience for Your glory. Amen.


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Day 354: Heaven Pays AttentionScripture: Malachi 3:16“...a scroll of remembrance was written in his presence concerning those who feared the Lord and honored his name.”Devotional:Even your smallest act of reverence is recorded by heaven. When you choose kindness, integrity, or prayer in secret God remembers. Your quiet devotion is never forgotten.
Prayer:God, thank You for seeing what others don’t. Let my heart honor You in every little choice I make. Amen.

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Day 353: God Moves in Mundane MomentsScripture: Exodus 3:1–2“Now Moses was tending the flock... There the angel of the Lord appeared to him in flames of fire.”Devotional:Moses wasn’t seeking a miracle he was doing a routine task when God showed up. Don’t overlook the ordinary days; they’re often where God meets you with unexpected purpose.
Prayer:Father, help me stay present in my daily routine. Make me sensitive to Your presence even in the mundane. Amen.

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Day 352: Quiet Faithfulness Matters
Scripture: Ruth 2:12
“May the Lord repay you for what you have done. May you
be richly rewarded by the Lord...”
Devotional:
Ruth’s quiet loyalty and behind-the-scenes faithfulness led
her into the lineage of Christ. She didn’t chase
recognition she just stayed faithful. God sees your quiet
service and honors it in His time.
Prayer:
Lord, help me be faithful in places no one applauds. Let
my devotion in the small things bring You glory. Amen.

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'Let nothing be wasted' - Jesus didn't just feed the 5,000 and walk away. He told His disciples to gather every leftover piece because in God's kingdom, NOTHING is wasted. Not your struggles, not your quiet seasons, not even your smallest efforts. God sees it all and uses it all for His glory!  #NothingWasted #GodsKingdom #John6 #FaithJourney #GodsPlan #ChristianMotivation #BibleVerse #TrustGod

365 Bucket of Grace is a devotional podcast from author Raymond Matthews, offering daily encouragement rooted in the timeless lessons of The Water Bucket Gospel Book.
Simple moments. Real stories. Deep faith.
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Traffic jams and everyday interactions aren't just inconveniences they're character-building moments!  Jesus said whoever is faithful with very little will be faithful with much. The way you respond when stuck in traffic or how you treat someone who can't benefit you reveals who you really are. These unseen tests grow the deepest roots in our character. #CharacterBuilding #LittleMomentsBigImpact #Luke16 #FaithfulInLittle #ChristianLiving #EverydayFaith #CharacterMatters #Jesus #Scripture #ChurchLife

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Day 349: The God Who Notices Scripture: Luke 21:2–3 “He also saw a poor widow put in two very small copper coins...” Devotional: The crowd saw an offering. Jesus saw a heart. God notices the sacrifices no one else does. When you give your best even if it’s small it matters greatly to Him.   Prayer: God, thank You for seeing what others miss. Help me to give You my whole heart, no matter how small my offering seems. Amen.

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Day 348: Little Seeds, Big Harvests Scripture: Matthew 13:31–32 “The kingdom of heaven is like a mustard seed... though it is the smallest of all seeds... it becomes a tree.” Devotional: Kingdom impact often starts small. A word, a prayer, a single act of kindness these are seeds. Don’t underestimate the power of what looks insignificant. With God, small grows strong.   Prayer: Father, let me not despise what looks small today. Water the seeds I plant, and bring fruit in Your time. I trust Your process. Amen.

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Day 347: The Ministry of Small Things Scripture: Zechariah 4:10 “Do not despise these small beginnings, for the Lord rejoices to see the work begin...” Devotional: God rejoices not only in the big milestones, but in the small starts those first awkward attempts, hidden obediences, and quiet acts of service. You don’t need a platform to matter; you need faithfulness.   Prayer: Lord, help me to embrace the small beginnings. Remind me that what feels unseen is celebrated in heaven. Let me be faithful in the little. Amen.

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Every drop of faith counts.
Every act of kindness matters.
Every small effort carries eternal weight. From the everyday grind of an auto detailer comes a powerful story of faith, purpose, and perseverance. Keep carrying your bucket—because even the smallest acts of faith can echo into eternity. 
 
365 Buckets of Grace The Water Bucket Gospel Devotional
 By Raymond L. Matthews

Discover the extraordinary in the ordinary.

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Every drop of faith counts.
Every act of kindness matters.
Every small effort carries eternal weight. From the everyday grind of an auto detailer comes a powerful story of faith, purpose, and perseverance. Keep carrying your bucket—because even the smallest acts of faith can echo into eternity. 
 
365 Buckets of Grace The Water Bucket Gospel Devotional
 By Raymond L. Matthews

Discover the extraordinary in the ordinary.

 #WaterBucketGospel #RaymondLMatthews #FaithInAction #EverydayFaith #PurposeInTheEveryday #ChristianBooks #InspirationDaily #KeepCarryingYourBucket #DropsOfFaith #FaithJourney

Every drop of faith counts.
Every act of kindness matters.
Every small effort carries eternal weight. From the everyday grind of an auto detailer comes a powerful story of faith, purpose, and perseverance. Keep carrying your bucket—because even the smallest acts of faith can echo into eternity. 
 
365 Buckets of Grace The Water Bucket Gospel Devotional
 By Raymond L. Matthews

Discover the extraordinary in the ordinary.

 #WaterBucketGospel #RaymondLMatthews #FaithInAction #EverydayFaith #PurposeInTheEveryday #ChristianBooks #InspirationDaily #KeepCarryingYourBucket #DropsOfFaith #FaithJourney


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