Sermon: 5/3/26- Monday's Devotional

When the Path Seems Long
Reading: Exodus 13:17-22

God didn't lead Israel on the shortest route to the Promised Land because they weren't ready for what that path would require. Sometimes our frustrations with delays aren't signs of God's absence but evidence of His preparation. The detours in your life may feel like setbacks, but God is shaping you for what lies ahead. He knows when you're truly ready, even when you feel prepared to face the challenge. Trust that the longer journey is developing character, deepening faith, and equipping you for battles you cannot yet see. The pillar of cloud and fire reminds us that God's presence guides us through every unexpected turn. What delays in your life might actually be divine preparation?