Black leggings

Growing up there were seasons we had extra money and seasons we did not.

I will never forget a time in the middle of a very tight season, there was not extra for new clothes, even the necessities.

I was in a performance at school and needing black socks and leggings for my role.

My Mom encouraged me to pray, as we couldn’t go out and buy them.

She always had the faith God would make a way.

And I remember specifically praying for black socks and leggings.

A few days later there were two huge trash bags on our front porch.

My moms friend had dropped a massive load of hand me downs from her daughter who was a few years older.

And of course the first things I pulled out were block socks and leggings.

In fact there were multiple pairs and styles in like new condition.

I will never forget that day because not only were the basic needs in that bag, but so many other styles and pieces of clothing that I had not asked for, but had been desiring.

I was completely blown away by how God knew, how specific, personal and extra special that delivery was.

From that day on I have had faith to pray specifically for my desires and needs.

From material wants and needs to esoteric and intangible things.

And to this day I still see the Universe deliver in the most magical and unexpected ways.

Every time I put on a black pair of leggings I am reminded of this story and thousand others like it.

Sometimes we over complicate things, or lose heart when it doesn’t seem like our prayers are being heard or the answers do not arrive in the way we want.

But I hope this encourages you today to get specific and ask.

For the big and small things.

To trade moving into doubt, worry or partnering with a mindset of lack.

For the simple and beautiful act of looking up, asking for what we need and opening our arms and hearts in faith to receive.