28 Lord, if it’s you,” Peter replied, “tell me to come to you on the water.”
29 “Come,” he said.
Then Peter got down out of the boat, walked on the water and came toward Jesus. 30 But when he saw the wind, he was afraid and, beginning to sink, cried out, “Lord, save me!”
31 Immediately Jesus reached out his hand and caught him. “You of little faith,” he said, “why did you doubt?”
As I was out yesterday running errands, it hit me how much faith I chooose to display when I am trying to get things done. The skies were dark as the storm clouds loomed over. Every now and then lighting would light the sky. The wind picked up speed and tossed my hair everywhere. The storm was near and a downpour was imminent. Yet, it did not stop me from rushing into the store to get needed supplies for me and my family. Even though I knew the possibility of me getting soak was real, I kept going. I was focused on the goal and moved with a purpose. I did not fear the clouds, lightning, wind, or potential rain. So why can't I operate with this same sense of faith and purpose in other areas of my life such as health, finances, relationships, and more importantly my calling?
Peter had enough faith to walk on water. He walked towards Jesus who called Him. His eyes were foucsed on Him, but when He moved his attention from the Savior He began to sink. "He looked at the wind and became afraid." Peter got distacted and begin to doubt. He let the fear of the created overcome His belief in the creator. I do that too. I let the fear of the unknown persuade me. I look at the clouds and lightning. I begin to hypothesize about what the rain will do instead of focusing on the goal and what God can do. That same determination I have for completing ordinary task needs to be transferred to my faith in God. I need to rely on Him and know that even if I begin to sink, He will save me. He is not going to let me falter and drown. He loves me. He has called me.
Father, You know my struggles and You know the storms I face. Keep my eyes on You. Keep my ears attuned to your voice and let me see your face. Let me not get distracted. Turn this test into a testimony. Please answer my prayers. In Jesus name Amen.
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