I’ve seen the presence and power of divine Love proved countless times in my life—injuries and illnesses have been healed, relationship problems have been resolved, and employment has been found. I know I can put my hand in God’s, and He will guide me safely to the right solutions.
But is God’s great love there to help us even in trivial situations? Yes, and recently I experienced proof that He knows and cares deeply about His children—giving each of us answers to solve even small problems.
When my trip abroad was a few weeks away, I called a company and ordered a few items to round out my travel wardrobe. Although they assured me the package would arrive before I left, I soon learned it would not.
I was a bit panicky because where I live, I can’t drive to the next town to find a department store. I quietly turned to God and asked, “What is it that I need to know, Father?”
Within a few minutes a verse from the Sermon on the Mount came to me: “Take no thought for your life, what ye shall eat, or what ye shall drink; nor yet for your body, what ye shall put on” (Matthew 6:25). I eagerly opened my Bible to read the rest of the message.
I felt so loved because God had answered me swiftly with such an appropriate assurance. I was confident that He was taking care of every detail. I realized I could be satisfied in knowing that either what I already had in my closet was sufficient, or that I’d later find what I needed. I was thankful for this message, and I put my trust in God’s promise, letting go of my concerns.
Later that week, I went shopping with an attitude of joyful expectation. I found everything I needed and it took less than two hours. I was so grateful to God.
To top it off, a couple of days later I felt compelled to go into a local consignment shop. There I found a scarf that looked as though it might be the same color as a jacket I recently purchased, so I bought it. When I got home, I was not surprised to find it was a perfect match.
I wore these clothes often throughout my trip, and I continue to wear them, each time feeling wrapped up in God’s love.
