Trusting God When the Road Feels Long
Rasol Manouchehri Ardakani - 27 August 2025
“When Pharaoh let the people go, 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.””
When God brought the Israelites out of Egypt, He could have led them on a quick, direct path to the Promised Land. Instead, He took them on a longer route through the wilderness. Why? Because He knew they weren’t ready for the battles ahead.
Sometimes God does the same with us. We see the shortcut and think, “That’s the fastest way.” But God sees the dangers we can’t see, and He knows what still needs to grow in us before we face certain challenges.
I can think of times when I’ve asked God for something and felt ready to step into it, only to find the journey took much longer than I expected. Looking back, I realise He was building my faith, shaping my character, and teaching me to lean on Him rather than on my own strength.
Hebrews 4:16 tells us to “approach God’s throne of grace with confidence” so we can find the help we need. That grace is His power working through us to do what we cannot do on our own. When the road feels long and the weight feels heavy, His grace is enough to carry us through.
So, if it feels like God is taking you the long way round, don’t lose heart. His way may not be the easiest, but it is always the best.
Prayer of the Day:
Father, thank You that Your ways are perfect, even when they take longer than I expect. Help me to trust Your timing, lean on Your strength, and keep moving forward with faith. Amen.