*MORNING TEA☕* *SUNDAY 14 DECEMBER 2025* 🗓️

READIED FOR THE BATTLE⚓️

TODAY’S SCRIPTURE📖
GOD did not lead them on the road through the Philistine country, though that was shorter. For GOD said, "If they face war, they might change their minds and return to Egypt."
(Exodus 13:17, NIV)

Exodus 13:17 KJV
And it came to pass, when Pharaoh had let the people go, that GOD led them not through the way of the land of the Philistines, although that was near; for GOD said, Lest peradventure the people repent when they see war, and they return to Egypt.

TODAY’S WORD🍞
Today's Scripture says that GOD didn't lead the Israelites on the easiest route to the Promised Land because they were not ready for war. He had to toughen them up so they would be prepared for what He had in store. Don't get discouraged by troubles. Trouble is not going to defeat you; it's going to prepare and promote you for the battles ahead.

You trust GOD when everything is good, so trust Him in the times of trouble. Believe that even though you don't understand the bad break or disappointment, He's still directing your steps. That trouble means you're on the way to your destiny. If you'll stay in faith, you'll see there was a reason that door closed and a reason you didn't get that promotion. GOD had something better in store. He's already lined up the breaks you need, the vindication, the funds, and the healing. He was using that trouble to move you into your destiny.

A PRAYER FOR TODAY🙏🏽
"Father, thank You for loving me so much that You take troubles that were meant for my harm and use them for my good. I trust You in trouble. I trust You when it's not happening my way. I trust You even though I feel as though I'm going backward. In JESUS' Name, Amen."

Those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint.

Isaiah 40 v 31.

Do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go.

Good morning, Happy Sunday