Come sit with me.

I’m seated at the big wooden table next to Watermark’s Coffee Shop — Bible open, mug at the ready, screen glowing with tasks and timelines. Imagine soft voices echoing in the distance like the sound of “many waters” (Revelation 1:15). I’ve submitted a work order labeled “☕️ Admin,” where I process my calendar of tasks, assessments, and people to contact. This moment allows me the time and space to reflect on the Word of God and experience the Spirit of God at work in me.

As one of a few Facilities Coordinators among the other operations roles (shout out, Opts Team), most of our work is behind the scenes: changing light bulbs or damaged ceiling tiles, operating our Building Automation System (BAS), and coordinating with vendors and contractors—not to mention the other operations’ roles. Think safety, functionality, and aesthetics — all working together to serve the body of Christ (Ephesians 4:16).

God has used this position to teach me that the unseen things matter. Physical maintenance and spiritual formation often overlap. The tools I carry — laptop, coffee, screwdriver — have become symbols of deeper truths: stewardship, order, healing, and readiness (1 Corinthians 4:2).

In a world that glorifies what is seen, we often overlook the sacred weight of ordinary tasks — especially in ministry roles labeled “supportive.” This post gently exposes identity confusion: a misplaced sense of worth that arises when we tie our identity to how visible or celebrated we are. It’s the subtle but powerful belief that our lives only matter if they’re noticed, praised, or platformed. But the truth is found in Scripture:

“But the LORD said to Samuel, ‘Do not look at his appearance or at the height of his stature, because I have rejected him; for God sees not as man sees, for man looks at the outward appearance, but the LORD looks at the heart.’” — 1 Samuel 16:7, NASB95

“Set your mind on the things above, not on the things that are on earth. For you have died and your life is hidden with Christ in God.” — Colossians 3:2–3, NASB95

This moment speaks the deeper truth: you are seen by God, and your faithfulness in the quiet places carries eternal weight (Matthew 25:21).

When we neglect these quiet roles or measure them by worldly impact, we risk emotional and spiritual fatigue. The Lord gently reminds us: obedience is the fruit, not applause.

“For am I now seeking the favor of men, or of God? Or am I striving to please men? If I were still trying to please men, I would not be a bond-servant of Christ.” — Galatians 1:10, NASB95

“…and your Father who sees what is done in secret will reward you.” — Matthew 6:4, NASB95

“Whatever you do, do your work heartily, as for the Lord rather than for men.” — Colossians 3:23, NASB95

“Each one should remain in the condition in which he was called.” — 1 Corinthians 7:20, NASB95

This sets the tone that work, when done with faith, becomes worship — whether you’re changing filters or sharing the Gospel. There is no hierarchy of holiness in God’s Kingdom—only faithfulness.

Over the coming weeks, I want to take you with me — from a chair or table at Watermark’s Coffee Shop, to the seats and lights of the auditorium, from electrical rooms to meetings, from team huddles to staff prayer. I want to walk through both the unseen frustrations and the unshakable joy of knowing that God is at work even when no one else sees.

Because I believe the Gospel moves through the whole church — including and especially in the dark, cold server room (Psalm 139:11–12).