1 Chronicles 7:1-40; Ezekiel 10:1-22; John 2:23-3:21
Why are ye fearful, O ye of little faith? Matthew 8:26
The disciples, seasoned fishermen, were facing a storm that filled them with terror, and the Lord was asleep, seemingly uncaring about their plight. They then wakened Him, and He intervened, calming the storm, and gently chiding them for their fear and lack of faith. We learn here that faith is tested and strengthened when facing adversity, rather than when circumstances are congenial. We also learn, that the Lord is always aware of our trials, and He is always ready to hear our cries, and deliver. Paul writes “God… will not suffer you to be tempted above that ye are able; but will with the temptation also make a way to escape“ (1 Cor. 10:13). —W. H. Burnett
When doubts and fears arise, teach me Thy way!
When storms o’er spread the skies, teach me Thy way! —B. Mansell Ramsey