Were Willing

But he said to them, “It is I; don’t be afraid.” Then they were willing to take him into the boat and immediately the boat reached the shore where they were heading. ~ John 6:20-21

We will all go through storms in our lives.  Do you invite Jesus into the mess, or do you become fearful?  God stands ready, willing and able to calm our fears and lead us through every difficulty we face.  He is waiting for the invitation.  As our Creator, our Father, and as God, He has the power to direct His children and even desires to be called upon to deliver us from and through trials.  The disciples were terrified as the storm raged on and they were in the middle of the sea; it didn’t look good, but Jesus walked on the water to calm them and reassure them that they don’t need to be afraid.  In the hours before the storm, the disciples had witnessed Jesus feed thousands with a minimal supply of fish and bread so you think they would have tremendous trust in Jesus instead of being fearful.  After all, Jesus was the one who sent them across the sea, but sometimes there are trials even in our obedience and God longs for you to ask for His help and trust Him.  Sometimes difficulties are tests of faith God has ordained.  In storms that seem insurmountable, God longs to show you HIs faithfulness and goodness.  By the disciples being “willing” to take Jesus into the boat “immediately” the boat reached their destination.  In my own experiences, I have felt comfort, complete peace and strength when I lay my fear, hurt and storm at Jesus’ feet.  Things may not always work out the way I want them too, or in my timing, but they do work out.  Sometimes God allows difficulties and trials in our lives so that we must lean into Him.  We must call on Him and trust Him in those times in order for our faith journey to grow.  Let us not get discouraged, or become fearful in our trials, but let us call on Jesus and trust that He will lead us to our destination. ~ Amen