Trusting God for the Details
March 8, 2022 by Carin LeRoy
Filed under Daily Devotions
By Carin LeRoy –
I knew I was going to forget something really important. Several years ago my husband, and son, David, were going on a mission trip to Papua New Guinea. It is in my nature to make lists and pack items carefully. I wanted to remember everything. In a small cosmetic bag, I packed all the office supplies they might need – scissors, mini stapler, tape, etc. In another container I packed the silverware – forks, spoons, knives, can opener and other basics for cooking. Then onto the medical supplies- medicine for pain, allergies, stomach upsets, bug bites and sunburn, and bandages. Then I typed a shopping list for items they would need to buy once they arrived in the country.
I am such a mother. I’ve just got to make sure my family has what it needs.
But the morning my husband left, we decided to change his carry-on suitcase. I ran to get the laptop to see if it would fit. Everything went in smoothly. We zipped up the bags and left for the airport.
After arriving home, I realized I hadn’t packed the power cord to the computer!
Oops.
Now I’m not taking all the blame here, because I do have a hubby with a brain, too. In the suitcase switch, we missed a very important detail.
I strived to remember everything to pack for the trip, but I still forgot something. Thank goodness that God doesn’t forget the details when He orchestrates our lives. I believe He is very interested in all the details—the little ones and the big ones. Sometimes when it seems that He’s missed or forgotten something important, that’s when we must remember He is without fault. Then we trust in the perfect plan He has for us. He can neither make a mistake, forget, nor do anything that contradicts His selfless love for us. I am reminded of Isaiah 55:8 which says, “’For my thoughts are not your thoughts, neither are your ways my ways,’ declares the Lord” (NIV).
Luckily for me, my son David flew out two days later to follow my husband, so I was able to send the power cord with him.
PRAYER: Thank you, Lord that Your ways are higher than mine and Your understanding is infinite. Keep me mindful of Your power to perfectly orchestrate my life. Give me trust in You each day.
“As for God, His way is perfect; the word of the Lord is flawless. He is a shield for all who take refuge in Him” (2 Samuel 22:31 NIV).
Today's devotional is by Carin LeRoy, wife to Dale and mother of three grown children and one almost-grown teenager. She has been a missionary with Pioneers since 1982. Her passions are family, missions, piano, and writing to challenge others to live faithful lives for God.