Yesterday we had a message read at church (Mark Ch 4) - the disciples are in the boat, crossing over to the other side. A storm rises up and Jesus, well He is asleep! Nowhere to be found when He is needed. The disciples call out to Him - here they are using all efforts to keep this boat afloat and He sleeps! The same message was taught on UCB radio in the afternoon and would you believe.....was my scheduled reading for nighttime! I would say God had truly got my attention by now....
How often have I felt as though I've just been cast adrift in the storms of this raging sea - left to battle the waves and winds on my own. I've sought the Lord's help, looked for signs of His presence but He hasn't been there.
'Let US cross over...', Jesus said. The disciples lost sight of the plan - all WOULD be well, they WOULD arrive safely....not only had Jesus planned their trip, He was with them... they would not go under! So it is with this journey I find myself on. I am not alone, my Saviour has embarked on this journey with me and He knows the route WE will take.
I suppose I feel the same despair the disciples felt when I can't see the Lord's presence and yet I do know He is with me. The disciples experienced the presence, power and deliverance of God in a way that was only possible through this storm - and I believe it is so with me. I am coming to know, and will yet know and experience the power of God in a deeper and fuller way and so I look to Him as we sail this storm together.
You know something....I'd rather have Jesus IN my boat asleep than sail without Him.
Let US cross over, Lord. Amen
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