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When The Wind Blows

  • He said, "Come!" Peter stepped down from the boat, and walked on the waters to come to Jesus. But when he saw that the wind was strong, he was afraid, and beginning to sink, he cried out, saying, "Lord, save me!" Immediately Jesus stretched out his hand, took hold of him, and said to him, "You of little faith, why did you doubt?" Matthew 14:29'31 WEB.

    The wind suddenly grew stronger as Peter walked across the surface of the water. Fear came over him, and he started to panic. Then the water beneath his feet began to soften, and he sank into the sea.

    A few minutes before, Peter had cheerfully walked across the top of the water. The other disciples had watched Peter and Jesus from the boat. Now he was sinking in panic, and the others murmured, "We told you so..." Then Peter cried out: "Lord, save me!" And Jesus reached out and took hold of him.

    When they got back into the boat, Jesus asked Peter one question: "Why did you doubt?" Peter had stepped out in faith to go to the Lord Jesus, and everything was working just as it should. But of course, when on the edge of a major breakthrough, a life-changing event, the wind began to blow furiously in opposition. Peter's faith that he could do this wavered.

    Peter began to doubt the Lord told him to do this at all. He began to panic, and thoughts ran madly through his mind: "What was I thinking? This is ridiculous! What am I doing out here? I can't do this! I am going to drown!" All these things rushed through Peter's mind and gained momentum. That is when Peter began to sink. Yet, even when his faith failed him, Jesus didn't let him drown.

    Fear is a spirit that will try and turn you back from what the Lord has for you. Fear is the guardian of the good stuff. You will have to get past it to get the treasure. Scripture tells us:

    "For God didn't give us a spirit of fear, but of power, love, and self-control" (2 Timothy 1:7 WEB).

    When you step out in faith and are on the edge of a major breakthrough, it seems like all hell will break loose against you. Yet, don't give up and give into panic. Only believe. God's plan for you hasn't changed. He is still calling you to come forth. God is always calling us into our future. If we could do it ourselves, then we wouldn't need Him.

    "I can do all things through Christ, who strengthens me" (Philippians 4:13). That includes the things you face today.

    Prayer: Heavenly Father, I thank You this day for allowing me to serve You. Please forgive me for being fearful and listening to the voice of the enemy. If You are for me, who can stand against me? How could I doubt You, the Almighty God, the Creator of Heaven and Earth, the Maker of the stars? Please fill my life with Your presence, strengthen me, and let me see the world through Your eyes. In the name of Jesus Christ, I pray. Amen!

    Note: 'Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your request to God.' (Philippians 4:6-7) ~ If you have a prayer need, we are here for you! We and the prayer team are ready to lift you up at our private prayer page: RHM Prayer Network


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Debi Burton
Debi Burton Praise the Lord Hallelujah! “I can do all things through Christ, who strengthens me” (Philippians 4:13)
Jun 24
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Celeste Strenn
Celeste Strenn

Amen

Jun 24
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Kay Collinsworth
Kay Collinsworth

Amen 

Jun 24
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Dana Rozell
Dana Rozell

In Jesus Name Amen.

Jun 24
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Candy Laventure
Candy Laventure

Yes Lord, I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me. Amen!

Jun 24
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Wanda Pennington
Wanda Pennington

Standing on today's prayer through Jesus Christ,  Amen 

Jun 24
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Marisa Jackson
Marisa Jackson

Amen!! Alleluia!! Amen!!

Jun 24
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Mark Williams
Mark Williams

"I can do all things through Christ, who strengthens me" (Philippians 4:13).

Jun 24
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Scott Riegelmann
Scott Riegelmann

Amen!!! Have a wonderful Saturday!!

Jun 24
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Brenda F
Brenda F

Amen

Jun 24
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David Krull
David Krull

Amen. Father fill me with the full measure of God. Strengthen me, refresh me, forgive me and heal me. Light a fire within me again Lord. Help me see past my pain so I can serve You again. I pray for Godly wisdom in Jesus Christ Name.

Jun 24
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Lynn Brown
Lynn Brown

Please fill my life with Your presence, strengthen me, and let me see the world through Your eyes. In the name of Jesus Christ, I pray. Amen!

Jun 24
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Shara Abel
Shara Abel

So very, very true.  Thank you! 

Jun 24
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Cathy Webb
Cathy Webb

Amen! Lord, thank You this day for allowing me to serve You.

Jun 24
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Wesley Paulus
Wesley Paulus

Amen!!

Jun 24
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Schalk  de Beer
Schalk de Beer

Yes, amen Lord. 

Jun 24
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Susan Petho
Susan Petho

Amen!

Jun 24
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Yvette York
Yvette York

Amen Good Afternoon Everyone 

Jun 24
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Mari Kaufmann
Mari Kaufmann

God protect us please Amen

Jun 24
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Richard Mondello
Richard Mondello

In Lord Yeshua's name we pray this, Amen. 

Jun 24
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Barbara Mango
Barbara Mango

Amen! Heavenly Father, replace my fear with faith and courage. In the name of Jesus, Amen!

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