God Cares About the Details

Last month I shared a post on June 10th that read: “God always has provision for us, even if we don’t know the what, how, and when.” What could only be described as a God-sized surprise is that He orchestrated provision for me that very day. And it wasn’t just any provision; it was specific. It was what I needed. And more, it was what I had desired. On Mother’s Day, I shared a personal post about my son and included this prayer request for the public to stand in witness of: “Words can’t describe the gift it is to be a mom. Now all I need is a big yard to run and play with my kid in, a big dog, a garden (Josh is practicing his plowing skills), and a master scheme to try to save the world - is that too much to ask?” God’s response was simply “No daughter, it’s not too much.”

That day as I sat across from my coworker with heaviness in my eyes and a weight that sunk me in my seat, she asked if there was anything she could pray for me about. I paused and told her to let me think about it for a moment. There was a lot to pray for, and I didn’t know where to begin. We began talking and recounting our stories of God’s faithfulness to provide. My faith reignited as I remembered season after season of how God brought me just what I needed whether that was intangible support, a resource, or even a whole family. When God had told me not to renew my lease by the end of May, I just trusted as I had before that He would let me know where Josh and I were heading next. He had been faithful in times before to keep us right in our dwelling when I didn’t have the resources on my own to remain there and at others to pick us up and set us in family with others (Psalm 68:6). This time would be no different.

I sensed God leading me to make a faith move that didn’t make sense and part of that would be to find transitional housing because we’d only be there for a little. In my mind, that little would be one to two months; but I was open to God doing what He wanted as He always had before. By the end of the conversation, my coworker’s invitation to pray for me had been met with her answering it. She had a large basement space that she welcomed Josh and me to move into for as long as we needed. I didn’t need to consult God in prayer; I knew this was the door He was opening. Just a day or two prior, I had turned down an offer to rent another basement space. After thinking about the rental and Josh and my needs, I was like this isn’t it. I’ll wait because I know God has to have better. And He did!

What makes this answer to prayer so astounding and awing is that God didn’t overlook any detail. Not only was I getting access to this basement space, but it had all the things I no longer had. That story is for another day as I’m sure it’s only going to get bigger. God is going to do the miraculous in my life, so I’ll wait to tell you then. But for now, just know, it had all the things I needed. And guess what else!?! They had a big yard and a big dog and even happened to live on land that made up an area called Bow Tie Farms. The farm was originally crafted with equine trails for people to travel with and exercise their horses. Most of the families no longer had horses but still enjoyed the winding paths through the woods. I’ve grown a fondness for these animals and was excited to be welcomed into this horse-loving family though they no longer had theirs either. But guess what? God placed me along paths near my new home and new job where I could ride by and see horses any time. Both within walking distance if I so chose.

Not only did they have a big yard, and a big dog, and a garden of sorts, they also had a pool. Josh has loved the water since he was a baby, and for the past two years, I've wanted to take him for swim lessons. We're postponing again with COVID still lingering but will nevertheless be able to get some practice and fun in right outside the doors from our basement home and patio. I find enjoyment sitting out there to read, pray, and just take in the beauty of all God has created and provided. That pool has also become my Jericho Wall. I march around it offering my heart to God as I look out at the expanse of all the yard still left to march, run, and play in.

For a time now, I’ve been desiring to have a home of my own with a fire pit, hammock, and swinging bench to enjoy my great outdoors. They don’t have a fire pit but they do have a really large burn pile awaiting ignition in addition to a variety of outdoor lounging including a hammock; there's also a white wicker swinging chair that I was promised could be taken out and hung for me. And just when I thought God had already answered so extravagantly with what I could see, I was given another surprise. Josh has always been an engaged and quick learner, and I’ve wanted to be intentional about keeping his mind and imagination stimulated. I had asked my coworker about educational toys and activities I could get him, and she told me I didn’t need to buy a thing. She taught Montessori school beginning at age three and had all these fun exercises we could do with him stored away in the basement already.

But that’s not all; there’s more. On January 21st I shared another post about a therapy dog named Lucy I had crossed paths with one day while out for some exercise. Her owner had said it in passing and when I asked about her being a therapy dog she said, “she goes to make people happy.” That cute little pit had snuggled up close to me and she indeed had. She must have known I needed a hug. You won’t believe this, but my coworker’s big dog is named Lucy too! She waits by the door for me to arrive home now. One night, though I was trying to slip downstairs past her, she nuzzled her way ahead of me. She must have said you’re getting some company and love tonight and that’s final. She snuggled close to me and then laid down to sleep right beside my bed. Her presence and hug were a reminder that God cares about and doesn’t miss any detail. I’m certain that when He finally plants us in our own home on our own land and with the family he’s forming us to be, there won’t be anything overlooked again. As far as the master plan to save the whole world, He’s told me to continue being faithful in planting one seed at a time.

Do you believe God cares about every detail of your life? Do you believe He will be faithful to you in every storm and trial where there seem to be unknowns and lack? Pray and ask God to increase your belief that He cares for you and has provision for every concern in your life (1 Peter 5:7). And then, ask Him to surprise you with His answer.

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