We get overwhelmed by nervousness, anxiety, or fear when storms come up. We are generally caught by surprise when it happens. However, one thing we can be sure of is that storms are inevitable. And Max Lucado has a word for you who are facing one.
“…[Jesus’] disciples went down to the lake, where they got into a boat and set off across the lake for Capernaum. By now it was dark, and Jesus had not yet joined them. A strong wind was blowing and the waters grew rough” (John 6:16–18).
The disciples were too far from the shore, too long in the struggle, and too small against the waves. And Jesus was nowhere to be seen. Have you ever encountered a dangerous, ominous, seemingly godforsaken storm? Storms overtake us. And it sometimes seems they will never end.
But then the unimaginable happens. John gives no details, just this economical statement: “They saw Jesus… walking on the water” (John 6:19). That is all we need to know. Before Jesus stills the storms, he comes to us in the midst of storms. And He’ll come and meet you in yours. Remember, friend, you are never alone.
Prayer starter: Dear Lord, thank you for making me sure that without you I would surely fail, but with you, there is great hope. I know you are powerful enough to walk on my problems, to strengthen me and to guide me to shore peacefully. Help me fix my eyes on you so that I do not sink. In Jesus’ Name, amen.
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Lucado, Max. October 8, 2020. Available at https://maxlucado.com/listen/in-the-midst-of-the-storm/. Accessed: January 1, 2021.
