Episode 3

Episode 3 - He Dreamed Small: Remembering a Life that Mattered

Published on: 10th June, 2025

In this reflective Father's Day episode of Dream Small, Jason and Whitney honor the life and legacy of Jason's dad, who passed away in December 2024. Through simple, consistent acts of love and service—like driving an elderly woman to church for over a decade and faithfully visiting a paralyzed Marine—he modeled what it means to "dream small" and live a life that truly matters.

Whitney shares how he welcomed every foster child as his own grandchild, while Jason reflects on how his father's quiet example has shaped their family's values and inspired the podcast's mission. Tune in to hear how small, faithful choices can create a legacy that lasts far beyond a lifetime.

Scripture Connection:

"Well done, good and faithful servant." – Matthew 25:21

✅ Action Steps

- Identify one person in your life you can serve this week—a neighbor, someone at church, or a person who may be lonely or overlooked.

- Commit to one small act of faithfulness that you can repeat regularly, even when it’s inconvenient or unnoticed.

- Share this episode with someone who could use encouragement to live a life of quiet impact.


"Paradise Found" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)

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About the Podcast

Dream Small Podcast
Big impact doesn’t always come from big platforms. More often, it’s found in the faithful yeses of everyday life.

The Dream Small Podcast, hosted by Jason and Whitney Small—parents of seven, foster and adoptive advocates, and storytellers—invites you to discover the extraordinary in the ordinary. Each episode offers encouragement, practical wisdom, and real-life stories from their journey of foster care, adoption, parenting, and faith.

With humor, honesty, and hope, Jason and Whitney remind listeners that God delights in using small steps of faith and love to change lives. Whether you’re a foster parent, adoptive parent, or simply someone longing to live out your faith in practical ways, Dream Small will inspire you to trade fame for faithfulness and embrace the beauty of everyday obedience.

If you’ve ever wondered whether the “small” things really matter, this podcast is for you. Because sometimes the smallest yes can make the biggest difference.
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