For the past nights my reading has been about the time when Jesus walked on the water (Jn 6:16-24). A few elements came to my mind while I was meditating on this:
First of all, it was a dark night when it happened.(v.16-17)
This does not seem a lot, but remember that at that time, there were no light houses and coast guards to ensure safety among the water travelers. The danger was apparent, even with a portable gas lamp.
Second, Jesus had not joined them when they set off across the lake.(v.17)
This was one of those times when they felt that they did not have Jesus with them. Their leader was absent. For a bunch of slow-witted disciples, this might have caused them a bit of stress.
Third, there was a storm.(v.18)
Physical absence of the leader plus darkness plus rough weather in the middle of the lake equals a lot of stress for the disciples.
I believe that there will be times when God will be silent. Those times may involve a lot of problems and difficulties. We may be left to feel like we are stranded helplessly on a small boat in the middle of an unstable lake. But as sure as the Lord provides and guides his children, he presents these instances to allow us to practice obedience, allow for a leap of faith, or in this context... a walk-on-the-water experience. And as the disciples had acted in terror when they saw Jesus, we will occasionally find ourselves face-to-face with the unexpected. But in the midst of all the raging waves of dilemma, we can reach new heights in faith and love for our great Father in heaven who works everything in accordance to the purpose of his will.
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