Lydia’s story is a beautiful blend of openness and action. She didn’t just hear Paul’s message—she responded. Her heart was open, and her home soon followed.
It’s easy to think that deep faith has to look dramatic or complicated. But Lydia reminds us that sometimes, faith shows up in simple moments—a softened heart, a welcoming spirit, a willingness to say yes to God.
So, how can you live like Lydia in your everyday life?
Begin with an Open Heart
Start your day by making space for God. Even a few quiet minutes with Scripture or a whispered prayer while the coffee brews can be enough to shift your heart into listening mode. Ask God to prepare you—not just to hear, but to respond.
Let Your Faith Spill Over
Lydia didn’t just believe—she made room. Literally. After her heart was opened, she opened her home. You can reflect that same spirit by creating space in small but intentional ways. It might mean offering your guest room to a college student who can’t afford to go home for the holidays, or inviting a new mom over for lunch and holding her baby so she can eat with both hands. Maybe it’s taking the time to sit with your aging neighbor who just lost her spouse, or choosing to stay after church to help stack chairs when no one else offers. These are the moments where faith becomes more than belief—it becomes a sanctuary for someone else.
End with Reflection
At the close of your day, take five minutes to ask: Where did I feel God nudging me today? Did I respond? What might I try again tomorrow? You don’t need perfect answers. Just honest moments.
Lydia’s openness created space for the early church to grow. And your openness? It could change someone’s day. It could create room for healing, for hope or for deeper connection with God.
Don’t underestimate the quiet power of a heart that’s willing to say, “Yes, Lord—I’m listening.”
