Walking With Jesus Through Life's Storms, Part 5

Peter, displaying extraordinary faith, steps out of the boat in the midst of a raging storm and starts walking toward Jesus. It's a powerful image of unwavering faith in the face of adversity. Peter's eyes are fixed on Jesus, and he advances fearlessly.

But then, something happens that often affects us, too. The storm distracts Peter. Just as we sometimes decide to trust God and stay focused on Him amidst life's trials, we get distracted when the storm intensifies, drags on, or when we're weary. It's a common human response to the challenges we face.

As Peter begins to sink, he cries out, "Lord, help me." It's a simple yet earnest prayer, and it's a reminder that our prayers don't need to be long or eloquent. Even a heartfelt cry for help is enough for the Lord to respond.

Peter's experience teaches us that even when we falter, our Savior is ever ready to lift us up when we call upon Him. Let's keep our focus on Jesus and continue walking with Him, even through life's most challenging storms.