Kerplunk! I splashed right in the water. I was walking atop the waters of faith. I had my eyes focused on Jesus. The waters were calm and it seemed to easy. Then all of a sudden the waves starting hitting my feet and the winds began to roar. Before I knew it, my eyes drifted to the chaos around me and I faltered and fell like Peter.
“…So Peter got out of the boat and walked on the water and came to Jesus. 30 But when he saw the wind,he was afraid, and beginning to sink he cried out, “Lord, save me.”
Matthew 14: 29-30 (ESV)
I was up to my eyeballs in the water and floundering about. I was so disappointed with myself. I wanted to think that I could pass the test, I could stay atop the water no matter what. However, I was quickly reminded of my humanity and my desperate need of a Savior.
“Jesus immediately reached out his hand and took hold of him, saying to him, “O you of little faith, why did you doubt?” 32 And when they got into the boat, the wind ceased.”
Matthew 14: 31-32 (ESV)
I often find myself identifying with Peter. My desire is to do God’s will, but my humanity often interferes. I find my voice with Peter’s as I deny my need for Jesus (Matthew 26:69-75). No, I can do it myself. No, I do not need help. No, I’m fine. It is at that moment that I begin to sink in the water. I am so thankful that I have a Savior who is in control of the storm (Mark 4:35-41). Every day, I strive to stay atop the water. I’m sure that I will fall again, but I also know that I have a Savior who loves me and is with me in the water.
“… for he has said, “I will never leave you nor forsake you.” 6 So we can confidently say,‘The Lord is my helper; I will not fear; what can man do to me?”
Hebrews 13:5-6 (ESV)
Giving God the Glory 