In the Bible, when Peter asked Jesus how many times he needed to forgive someone, Jesus, beautifully replied, “Seventy times seven times”. In other words- we should forgive continuously.

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In the Bible, when Peter asked Jesus how many times he needed to forgive someone, Jesus, beautifully replied, &ldquo;Seventy times seven times&rdquo;. In other words- we should forgive continuously.
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Got a minute? That’s all it takes to listen to HEARTBEAT, a podcast with plain talk about real life. Brought to you by The Salvation Army, HEARTBEAT offers Christian insights on everyday issues. Learn more about the show and our hosts at www.salvationarmysoundcast.org.

Forgiveness

Have you ever stepped out in faith only to wonder if it even mattered?

Maybe you started something meaningful; a Bible study, a ministry opportunity, a conversation about faith, and the response felt small. Maybe you’ve tried to serve quietly, love people well, or live more boldly for Christ, yet it feels like no one notices.

In this episode of HEARTBEAT, we’re reminded of Jesus’ words in Matthew 13, where He compares the kingdom of heaven to a mustard seed. Small. Ordinary. Easy to overlook. But over time, that tiny seed grows into something strong, life-giving, and impactful.

That’s often how God works in our lives too. He doesn’t ask us to produce instant results or impressive outcomes. He asks for faithfulness. 

If you’ve been discouraged because your efforts feel unnoticed or insignificant, this episode is a reminder that God is still at work in the small things.

Takeaways from this episode:
God often works through small beginnings.
Faithfulness matters more than visibility.
Small acts of obedience can lead to lasting impact.
The kingdom of God grows in ways we don’t always immediately see.
What feels insignificant to you may be deeply meaningful to God.

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Have you ever stepped out in faith only to wonder if it even mattered?
Maybe you started something meaningful; a Bible study, a ministry opportunity, a conversation about faith, and the response felt small. Maybe you&rsquo;ve tried to serve quietly, love people well, or live more boldly for Christ, yet it feels like no one notices.
In this episode of HEARTBEAT, we&rsquo;re reminded of Jesus&rsquo; words in Matthew 13, where He compares the kingdom of heaven to a mustard seed. Small. Ordinary. Easy to overlook. But over time, that tiny seed grows into something strong, life-giving, and impactful.
That&rsquo;s often how God works in our lives too. He doesn&rsquo;t ask us to produce instant results or impressive outcomes. He asks for faithfulness.&nbsp;
If you&rsquo;ve been discouraged because your efforts feel unnoticed or insignificant, this episode is a reminder that God is still at work in the small things.
Takeaways from this episode:
<ul data-start="1100" data-end="1377">
<li data-section-id="bth1m8" data-start="1100" data-end="1143">God often works through small beginnings.</li>
<li data-section-id="4bxd6w" data-start="1144" data-end="1188">Faithfulness matters more than visibility.</li>
<li data-section-id="a9t85q" data-start="1189" data-end="1242">Small acts of obedience can lead to lasting impact.</li>
<li data-section-id="kdl5bi" data-start="1243" data-end="1310">The kingdom of God grows in ways we don&rsquo;t always immediately see.</li>
<li data-section-id="ncny3f" data-start="1311" data-end="1377">What feels insignificant to you may be deeply meaningful to God.</li>
</ul>
👉 Don&rsquo;t forget: You can also download our free devotional, &ldquo;Mind, Body &amp; Soul,&rdquo; designed to help strengthen your walk with God through Scripture, prayer, and practical habits.
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The Seeds You Can't See Growing

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Why do we hide the things we’re ashamed of?

In this episode of HEARTBEAT, we look at a surprisingly relatable picture from parenting: toddlers testing boundaries, hiding vegetables under the table, and learning what it means to feel guilty. As funny as those moments can be, they reveal something deeply human about all of us. From an early age, we learn to cover up our mistakes, avoid consequences, and pretend we’re more put together than we really are.

But God’s grace meets us right there.

This devotional explores the balance of truth, consequences, mercy, and love, both in parenting and in our relationship with God. While our instinct is often to hide our failures, God invites us into honesty and healing instead of shame. His grace is not earned by perfection. It’s found when we stop pretending and allow Him into the places we try hardest to cover up.

Takeaways from this episode:
Shame often causes us to cover up instead of confess.
God responds to our failures with both truth and grace.
Parenting can reflect God’s balance of correction and mercy.
We don’t have to hide from God to receive His love.

👉 Don’t forget: You can also download our free devotional, “Mind, Body & Soul,” designed to help strengthen your walk with God through Scripture, prayer, and practical habits.

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Why do we hide the things we&rsquo;re ashamed of?
In this episode of HEARTBEAT, we look at a surprisingly relatable picture from parenting: toddlers testing boundaries, hiding vegetables under the table, and learning what it means to feel guilty. As funny as those moments can be, they reveal something deeply human about all of us. From an early age, we learn to cover up our mistakes, avoid consequences, and pretend we&rsquo;re more put together than we really are.
But God&rsquo;s grace meets us right there.
This devotional explores the balance of truth, consequences, mercy, and love, both in parenting and in our relationship with God. While our instinct is often to hide our failures, God invites us into honesty and healing instead of shame. His grace is not earned by perfection. It&rsquo;s found when we stop pretending and allow Him into the places we try hardest to cover up.
Takeaways from this episode:
<ul data-start="918" data-end="1209">
<li data-section-id="asyakt" data-start="979" data-end="1034">Shame often causes us to cover up instead of confess.</li>
<li data-section-id="1eqh77x" data-start="1035" data-end="1092">God responds to our failures with both truth and grace.</li>
<li data-section-id="4fhoi5" data-start="1093" data-end="1155">Parenting can reflect God&rsquo;s balance of correction and mercy.</li>
<li data-section-id="16df2k5" data-start="1156" data-end="1209">We don&rsquo;t have to hide from God to receive His love.</li>
</ul>
👉 Don&rsquo;t forget: You can also download our free devotional, &ldquo;Mind, Body &amp; Soul,&rdquo; designed to help strengthen your walk with God through Scripture, prayer, and practical habits.
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What Toddlers Teach Us About Sin

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What does it look like to faithfully shine God’s light in a dark world?

In this episode of HEARTBEAT, we reflect on the image of a lighthouse keeper, faithfully tending the light night after night so others can safely find their way. Often unnoticed and unseen, the lighthouse keeper still shows up because the light matters.

That picture beautifully mirrors the Christian life. Following Jesus doesn’t always come with recognition or immediate results. Sometimes loving people, speaking truth, showing kindness, and living faithfully can feel quiet and ordinary. But God uses those steady acts of faithfulness in ways we may never fully see.

Takeaways from this episode:
Faithfulness matters even when no one notices.
Small acts of kindness can have eternal impact.
Christians are called to shine God’s light consistently.
You may never fully see how God uses your influence.
Living with love and truth can guide others toward hope.

👉 Don’t forget: You can also download our free devotional, “Mind, Body & Soul,” designed to help strengthen your walk with God through Scripture, prayer, and practical habits.

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What does it look like to faithfully shine God&rsquo;s light in a dark world?
In this episode of HEARTBEAT, we reflect on the image of a lighthouse keeper, faithfully tending the light night after night so others can safely find their way. Often unnoticed and unseen, the lighthouse keeper still shows up because the light matters.
That picture beautifully mirrors the Christian life. Following Jesus doesn&rsquo;t always come with recognition or immediate results. Sometimes loving people, speaking truth, showing kindness, and living faithfully can feel quiet and ordinary. But God uses those steady acts of faithfulness in ways we may never fully see.
Takeaways from this episode:
<ul data-start="852" data-end="1123">
<li data-section-id="16gdvfs" data-start="852" data-end="900">Faithfulness matters even when no one notices.</li>
<li data-section-id="bzmamf" data-start="901" data-end="950">Small acts of kindness can have eternal impact.</li>
<li data-section-id="1si9q5a" data-start="951" data-end="1009">Christians are called to shine God&rsquo;s light consistently.</li>
<li data-section-id="a6le6j" data-start="1010" data-end="1064">You may never fully see how God uses your influence.</li>
<li data-section-id="1mlcpvv" data-start="1065" data-end="1123">Living with love and truth can guide others toward hope.</li>
</ul>
👉 Don&rsquo;t forget: You can also download our free devotional, &ldquo;Mind, Body &amp; Soul,&rdquo; designed to help strengthen your walk with God through Scripture, prayer, and practical habits.
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Faithful When No One Sees

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