Cup of Tea With God (2025)

10/06/2025

Created for a Purpose

For we are God’s handiwork, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance for us to do. Ephesians 2:10

Have you ever looked at yourself in the mirror and wondered, “Why am I here? Do I really matter?” God’s answer in Scripture is a resounding yes. Ephesians 2:10 says you are God’s handiwork His masterpiece. He crafted you uniquely, with care and intention. And He created you in Christ Jesus for good works that He prepared just for you. In other words, your life has a God given purpose that no one else can fulfil exactly like you can.

It’s easy to fall into the trap of comparison or to feel insignificant in a big world. But God didn’t make a mistake in making you. The talents, passions, and even the struggles you have can all be woven into the destiny He has for you. Think about that: before you were even born, God had good works in mind for you to do acts of love, service, kindness, creativity, and faith that would make a real difference in the lives of others and bring glory to Him. You don’t have to invent your purpose from scratch; you get to discover the purposes God has already placed in you and prepared for you.

Living out your purpose starts with a relationship with Jesus (“created in Christ Jesus”). As you walk with Him, He guides you into the tasks and roles He’s designed you for. It might be in your family, your workplace, your church, or your community. No matter how ordinary you feel, God can use you in extraordinary ways when you’re available to Him. Each day is an opportunity to step into those “good works” maybe as simple as encouraging a friend, helping someone in need, or using your skills to serve. Trust that you are hand-crafted by God and assigned to His mission on this earth. Your life matters immensely in His grand story.

Challenge: Ask God to show you one “good work” you can do today as part of His purpose for you. It could be reaching out to someone who needs support, using a skill or talent to serve, or taking a step toward a dream God has placed in your heart. Remember that you are His handiwork as you follow His lead, you are fulfilling the very purpose for which He created you.

09/06/2025

Guided Steps

I will instruct you and teach you in the way you should go; I will counsel you with my loving eye on you. Psalm 32:8

Life is full of decisions some small, some life-changing and it’s easy to feel unsure of which way to go. How comforting to hear God’s voice through Scripture saying, “I will instruct you and teach you in the way you should go.” God isn’t a distant observer; He promises to be our personal guide. His guidance isn’t cold or impersonal either He says His loving eye is on us as He leads. Like a caring parent teaching a child to walk, God watches over every step we take with love.

Often we wish God would just send us a detailed roadmap for our lives. While He may not give us every detail in advance, He does promise to counsel us. He guides through His Word, through the inner prompting of the Holy Spirit, and through wise counsel from others. Have you ever had a verse jump out at you, giving clarity or conviction just when you needed it? Or a peace (or unease) in your heart steering you toward or away from a decision? These can be signs of God’s loving guidance. He knows the best path for you, and He knows how to get your attention.

Our part is to stay teachable and attentive. Psalm 32:9 (the next verse) cautions us not to be like a stubborn horse or mule that won’t go the right way unless forced. In other words, we’re invited to cooperate willingly with God’s direction. This might mean pausing to pray before making a decision, searching the Scriptures for principles that apply, or seeking godly advice. Trust that even if you take a misstep, God’s loving eye is still on you, ready to redirect. You’re not navigating life alone; the Lord Himself is your navigator. With Him, you can move forward in confidence, one step at a time.

Prayer: Dear Lord, thank You for caring about the path I take. I need Your guidance. Please instruct my heart and mind and give me wisdom in my decisions. Help me to recognise Your voice and follow Your lead. Keep my steps within Your will, and give me the faith to know that Your loving eye is always on me. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

08/06/2025

Comforted to Comfort

Praise be to the God of all comfort, who comforts us in all our troubles, so that we can comfort those in any trouble with the comfort we ourselves receive from God. 2 Corinthians 1:3-4

When we are hurting, one of the most healing gifts is the presence of someone who understands. Our God is the ultimate comforter He comes alongside us in our pain like a tender father holding his child. He comforts us in all our troubles. That might be through a Scripture that speaks right to our situation, the quiet assurance of His Spirit in prayer, or the timely kindness of a friend. However it comes, every bit of comfort ultimately flows from His compassionate heart.

God’s comfort is not meant to stop with us; it’s meant to flow through us. We live in a world full of hurting people. Chances are, someone you know is quietly battling something heavy. The comfort God has given you in your dark times has equipped you to empathise and support others in theirs. Your story of how God saw you through can be the hope someone else needs. Even just your willingness to sit with someone in their grief, to listen and pray, can bring God’s light into their darkness. We don’t have to have all the answers just a loving presence can mirror God’s comfort.

Think about the times God has carried you: maybe He gave you strength when you lost a loved one, or peace during an illness, or forgiveness when you felt ashamed. Those experiences are like a toolkit of compassion you can share. As Henri Nouwen said, “Our wounds can become a source of healing for others.” When you reach out to comfort someone with the comfort you’ve received, you’re participating in God’s beautiful plan of redemption. Pain is lessened and love multiplies when we share each other’s burdens.

Challenge: Is there someone in your life who could use encouragement or comfort today? Pray for them, and consider reaching out with a kind word, a listening ear, or a simple reminder that they’re not alone. Don’t worry about having perfect words; just be there. God will use the comfort He poured into you to pour into them.

07/06/2025

Faithful to Forgive

If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just and will forgive us our sins and purify us from all unrighteousness. 1 John 1:9

Carrying secret guilt is like walking around with a heavy backpack that we’re too afraid to set down. We might worry, “If I come clean to God, will He still love me?” The Bible assures us that we don’t have to live under that weight. God already knows every fault and failure, and yet He stands ready to forgive. 1 John 1:9 promises that if we confess our sins, God is faithful and just to forgive and to cleanse us completely. He isn’t reluctant or begrudging in forgiveness; it’s in His very nature to show mercy.

Imagine a child who breaks a valuable vase. The anticipation of a parent’s anger can be terrifying. But if that parent lovingly kneels down, cleans up the mess, and hugs the child, assuring them it’s forgiven what a relief and lesson in love! God’s forgiveness is like that, but infinitely greater. Because of Jesus’ sacrifice, God can justly forgive us Jesus paid the price for our sin on the cross. When we come to God with a sincere heart, owning up to our wrongs, we’re met not with condemnation but with open arms. He washes us clean on the inside, removing shame and restoring us to right relationship with Him.

The key is in our willingness to confess to be honest with ourselves and God. This isn’t about beating ourselves up; it’s about agreeing with God that we need His grace. When we do, we step into the light and out of the shadows of guilt. Forgiveness is liberating. It frees us to start anew and to live without the burden of past mistakes. Don’t let pride or fear keep you from this gift. God is faithful you can trust Him with your darkest parts. He won’t reject you; instead, He’ll heal you.

Prayer: Dear Lord, I come to You honestly, confessing my sins and mistakes. You know them all, and I ask for Your forgiveness. Thank You for being faithful and just to cleanse me through Jesus. Help me to accept Your forgiveness and also to forgive myself. I don’t want to carry guilt anymore. Thank You for the fresh start I have in Your grace. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

06/06/2025

Sufficient Grace

My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness. 2 Corinthians 12:9

We all prefer to feel strong and capable. But inevitably, we hit moments when our strength isn’t enough times of weakness, illness, or inadequacy. The apostle Paul knew this well. He had a “thorn in the flesh,” a struggle that wouldn’t go away, and he begged God to remove it. God’s answer was not what Paul expected: instead of taking the problem away, God said, “My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.” In other words, God’s grace would carry Paul and even shine through him right in the middle of his weakness.

What a comforting and challenging truth. God’s grace isn’t just His kindness to forgive our sins (though it is that!); it’s also His power and help given freely to us every day. When we come to the end of our own strength, that’s where God’s grace comes in full force. If you feel like you can’t go on, or you don’t have what it takes to meet a challenge, remember that God never asked you to do it alone. His grace is enough. He can give you patience you never thought you had, love beyond your natural capacity, or endurance to face one more day.

Instead of resenting our weaknesses, we can start to see them as places where God can work miracles in us. Paul even said he would boast in his weaknesses because they made Christ’s power rest on him (2 Corinthians 12:9-10). That’s the paradox of grace when we are weak, then we are strong in God. So if you’re feeling weak today, take heart. Lean into God’s promise of sufficient grace. He will supply exactly what you need, exactly when you need it. Through Him, you are stronger than you think, because His empowering presence lives in you.

Prayer: Gracious God, thank You that Your grace is truly enough for me. You see where I feel weak and overwhelmed today. Please fill those places with Your strength. Teach me to rely on Your power instead of my own. I surrender my struggles to You and trust that Your grace will carry me through. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

05/06/2025

Strength in Joy

Do not grieve, for the joy of the LORD is your strength. Nehemiah 8:10

Tears and laughter can strangely coexist in our walk with God. The Israelites in Nehemiah’s day had been weeping with regret and reverence as they listened to God’s law. Then they were encouraged to wipe their tears and celebrate, because “the joy of the Lord is your strength.” It might seem odd why focus on joy when you feel broken or exhausted? Yet God’s joy has a way of refuelling our weary souls. It doesn’t ignore the reality of pain, but it shines a light into it.

The joy of the Lord is not a shallow cheerfulness or a pasted on smile. It’s a deep gladness that comes from knowing God knowing that He is good, that He saves us, and that He is for us. This kind of joy can exist even on hard days. In fact, it often shows up when we deliberately remember God’s blessings in the middle of our challenges. When we praise God or recall answered prayers, our burdened hearts begin to lift. Joy brings strength it energises us to keep going, to face challenges with hope instead of despair.

If you’re feeling drained, you might actually need a dose of joy. Not the kind the world gives through entertainment or distractions, but the joy found in God’s presence. Take a moment to remember that you are loved by Him, that your sins are forgiven, and that He has a future for you. Let gratitude start to bubble up. As it does, you’ll sense His joy bubbling up as well, bringing new strength to your spirit. God’s joy acts like a divine vitamin for your soul, fortifying you from the inside out.

Challenge: When you catch yourself feeling low or overwhelmed today, intentionally pause to rejoice in one truth about God. Thank Him for something He’s done for you. Play a worship song that lifts your heart. By choosing joy, you’re not denying the difficulties you’re inviting God’s strength into them. Let His joy be your source of strength today.

04/06/2025

First Things First

But seek first his kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well.Matthew 6:33

Life can feel like a juggling act of responsibilities, goals, and worries. We often chase after what we think we need a stable job, a happy family, financial security and those are important. But Jesus reminds us of what’s most important: God’s kingdom and His righteousness. To “seek first His kingdom” means to make God’s way our top priority. It’s about desiring His rule in our lives and His values in our world, above everything else that competes for our attention.

When we put God first, it reorders everything else. Our daily needs and concerns find their proper place in the light of His greatness. Jesus promises that when we pursue God’s kingdom, “all these things” we need will be provided. He knows you need food, shelter, and love and He is a faithful provider. Instead of being consumed by worry about tomorrow, we can focus on living out our faith today. Seeking His righteousness means we strive to live in a way that reflects God’s character in integrity, kindness, and trust.

Maybe take a moment to examine your heart: what tends to come first in your life? It’s easy for even good things to edge out our devotion to God. The beauty of Jesus’ promise is that we don’t lose out by putting God first; we actually gain what we truly need. When God is in His rightful place in our hearts, peace replaces anxiety and purpose replaces aimlessness. He takes care of the rest. So dare to prioritise time with God, obeying His word, and pursuing what matters to Him. You’ll find He’s already taking care of you.

Challenge: Identify one way you can put God first today. It might be setting aside time this morning to pray and read Scripture before diving into your tasks. Or perhaps choosing to honour God in a decision at work or forgiving someone, even if it’s hard. As you intentionally put His kingdom values first, trust that God will handle the other details of your life with loving faithfulness.

03/06/2025

The God Who Answers

Call to me and I will answer you and tell you great and unsearchable things you do not know. Jeremiah 33:3

Have you ever hesitated to bother someone with a question, only to find out they were more than happy to help? In a far greater way, God invites us to “call to Him” anytime. He is not annoyed by our prayers He welcomes them. In Jeremiah 33:3, God makes an astonishing promise: not only will He answer, but He’ll also show us great and hidden things we don’t know. In other words, when we pray, God can reveal insights and guidance beyond our own understanding.

Prayer is essentially a conversation with God. We can bring Him our worries, our questions, and even our dreams. Sometimes we fear that our problems are too small or too messy for God, but His love urges us to draw near with everything on our hearts. When we take that step and call out to Him, we tap into His wisdom and strength. It might be through a scripture He brings to mind, a gentle nudge in our spirit, or an open door we didn’t expect God knows how to answer in just the right way and time.

What is heavy on your heart today? God is inviting you to talk to Him about it. You don’t need fancy words. Just speak honestly, then give Him space to respond. He may not always answer exactly how we imagine, but He will never ignore a child who calls out to Him. He is a God who listens and responds. In the process, He may show you something new a perspective or a solution that hadn’t occurred to you. There is so much more of His heart and will for you to discover, and prayer opens that door.

Challenge: Set aside a few quiet minutes today to call on God about something specific. Pour out your heart to Him, and then pause to listen perhaps by reading a Bible passage or sitting in silence. Trust that He hears you. Keep an expectant heart, and watch for the ways He answers and guides you, even in the small things.

02/06/2025

In the Waiting

Wait for the LORD; be strong and take heart and wait for the LORD. Psalm 27:14

Waiting is never easy. Whether you’re waiting for an answered prayer, a breakthrough in circumstances, or guidance for a decision, the in-between time can test our patience and faith. We often want instant answers, but God’s timetable is different from ours. Psalm 27:14 encourages us to wait for the Lord and to stay strong and courageous in the waiting. It’s a reminder that waiting on God is not a passive thing it’s an active trust.

Think of a farmer after planting seeds. There’s a period of hidden growth before any sprout breaks through the soil. During that time, the farmer isn’t idle; he waters and tends the ground, trusting that life is taking root unseen. When we’re in a season of waiting, God is often doing important work in our hearts behind the scenes. He may be strengthening our trust, refining our character, or arranging circumstances in ways we cannot see yet. It takes courage to be patient, especially when anxiety and doubt come knocking.

If you’re tired of waiting, take heart: God has not forgotten you. Every promise He makes, He keeps but often in a way and time that is best for us. Use this waiting season to draw closer to Him. Pour out your feelings in prayer and let His Word reassure you. Isaiah 40:31 says those who wait on the Lord will renew their strength. You are not wasting time when you wait on God; you are investing in a deeper relationship with Him. At the right moment, His answer will come, and you will see that it was worth the wait.

Prayer: Lord, You know I find it hard to wait. Please give me the strength and courage to trust Your timing. When I feel impatient or discouraged, help me remember that You are at work, even when I can’t see it. I choose to trust that Your plan is good and Your timing is perfect. Teach me to wait with hope and faith. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

01/06/2025

Fruitful Life

But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, forbearance, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control. Galatians 5:22-23

If you’ve ever tended a garden or even kept a little houseplant, you know that fruit doesn’t appear overnight. It takes time, sunlight, and good soil for a plant to grow healthy fruit. In the same way, developing a Christ-like character is a gradual process. Paul lists the beautiful qualities that the Holy Spirit grows in us love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control. These are the “fruit” of a life connected to Jesus.

Notice that this is the fruit of the Spirit, not the fruit of our own effort. We can’t manufacture true love or lasting peace on our own. Our job is to stay rooted in Christ, and His Spirit works within us to produce what we cannot. Just as a branch needs to stay attached to the vine to bear grapes (John 15:5), we need to stay close to Jesus through prayer, His Word, and obedience. Over time, you’ll notice the difference perhaps you respond with patience where you used to get frustrated, or you find joy growing even in trials.

Don’t be discouraged if you’re not seeing all this fruit in full bloom yet. God is a patient gardener. He knows how to nurture your heart. You might ask, “Am I growing at all?” But others may already be noticing the gentle changes in you. Keep yielding to the Holy Spirit’s guidance each day. Little by little, He will shape you to reflect Jesus. In time, your life will display a beautiful harvest that brings glory to God and refreshment to those around you.

Prayer: Holy Spirit, I welcome You to cultivate Your fruit in my life. I admit I can’t become like Jesus on my own. Please grow in me more love where there is selfishness, more patience where there is hurry, and more joy where there is heaviness. Make my character more like Christ’s, so that my life will honour You. Amen.

31/05/2025

Unbreakable Love

For I am convinced that neither death nor life, neither angels nor demons, neither the present nor the future, nor any powers, neither height nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God that is in Christ Jesus our Lord. Romans 8:38-39

Sometimes we wonder if God still loves us especially when life gets hard or when we know we’ve messed up. But God’s Word makes something abundantly clear: nothing can separate us from the love of God in Christ. Paul lists every extreme he can think of life and death, angels and demons, highs and lows to drive home the point that God’s love is unbreakable and unshakeable. There is not a single circumstance or power in the universe that can pry you from His loving grasp.

God’s love for you isn’t based on how good you are or how smooth your life is going. He loves you because you are His child through Jesus. On your best days and your worst days, that love remains the same. Even when you feel lonely or unworthy, the truth is that you are held in perfect love. Jesus proved that love once and for all at the cross, and nothing in all creation can undo what He has done for you.

Let this truth sink deeply into your heart: you are endlessly, completely loved by God. When we really believe that, it changes how we live. We no longer have to live in fear or insecurity. We can also start to love others more freely, knowing we have an endless supply of love from our Father. Today, walk with confidence that you are cherished by Almighty God, and let His love overflow from you to those around you.

Challenge: Whenever you feel doubtful or down today, pause and remind yourself: “God loves me right now, and nothing can change that.” Let that assurance give you courage. Find a way to show extra love or kindness to someone else as a reflection of the love God has for you.

30/05/2025

Perfect Peace

You will keep in perfect peace those whose minds are steadfast, because they trust in you. Isaiah 26:3

We all long for peace within that deep-down sense of well-being, even when life storms around us. Yet peace can be so fleeting when our minds are crowded with worry and fear. Isaiah 26:3 offers a beautiful promise: God Himself will keep us in perfect peace when we fix our minds on Him and put our trust in Him. In other words, steadfast trust leads to steady peace.

Think of a child who isn’t afraid during a thunderstorm because they’re holding their parent’s hand. The storm is still raging outside, but they feel safe. In the same way, when we remember that our loving Father is right here with us, we can relax inside. Trusting God means believing He is in control and that His heart towards us is good. Every time anxious thoughts try to take over, we have the choice to shift our focus back to God’s faithful character.

What does it look like to keep your mind “steadfast” on God? It can be as simple as whispering a prayer of surrender when you feel anxiety rising, or recalling a Bible promise of His care. As you practice turning your thoughts to Him throughout the day, you’ll notice His calm peace guarding your heart and mind (Philippians 4:7). The problems may not vanish instantly, but your heart can remain tranquil knowing God is carrying you. He promises a peace that the world can’t give and can’t take away.

Prayer: Father God, my mind is often restless and anxious. Teach me to trust You more deeply. When I start to worry, help me remember that You are in control. I ask for that perfect peace You promised as I set my mind on You. Let Your calm fill my heart today. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

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