DAILY READINGS: 1 Kings 21; Jeremiah 32:26-44; Hebrews 4:1-13
When the disciples saw Him walking on the sea, they were troubled, saying, It is a spirit; and they cried out for fear. But straightway Jesus spake unto them, saying, Be of good cheer; it is I; be not afraid. Matthew 14:26-27
Then they that were in the ship came and worshipped Him, saying, Of a truth thou art the Son of God. Matthew14:33
After a long, hard day, a spirit appeared from out of the darkness! The worst of their fears, however, turned out to be an unrecognized blessing. What changed the disciples’ viewpoint was the realization that Christ was present and in control. The same realization will bring us peace of mind, and bring praise to God. —David J. Logan
Sun of my soul, Thou Saviour dear,
It is not night if Thou art near. —John Keble