(Journal Entry 4/14/2004)
Read John 6:1-24
Summary:
Jesus fed at least 5,000 people in spite of Philip and
Andrew’s misgivings. Then the disciples set out to cross the lake to Capernaum.
They had rowed a distance of three and a half miles. A strong wind picked up.
Jesus came to the twelve, walking across the water.
Terror gripped the disciples. “Who is this? “It’s a ghost!” Jesus
called out, “It is I; don’t be afraid.” The boat reached the other shore soon
after.
My thoughts:
Jesus performed a miracle when he fed the 5,000. The disciples
disbelieved they could find enough food to meet the need. They bring up reasons
why they couldn’t do as Jesus asks. What comes across to me, for the first time
is Phillip’s and Andrew’s lack of trust.
When the disciples crossed the lake, a fierce wind blew up.
Then they see this ‘thing’ appear. They voice their fears but don’t realize it’s
the Lord until he tells them not to be afraid. Fear took over when they should
have been trusting.
I don’t trust Jesus enough. If I did, I wouldn't have times
of doubt, anxiety, and depression. I recently made a card for Martha, a dear
friend of mine. I included an acrostic of the word trust.
Totally
Relying
Upon the
Savior’s
Timing
I need to print out a poster with this message for me. I
need to practice what I preach! Since I sent her that card, David (her husband)
had a very serious heart attack (X2). His outcome is very tenuous at this time.
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Update:
My word for 2012 was trust. I learned more about a believer’s
need to trust in Jesus as I walk with Him. Martha’s husband has done very well
since then. He had another major surgery a few years later and did very well.
As I mature in Christ, I discover the futility of worrying,
and fretting over things I can’t control. I have to begin each day with Bible
reading and prayer. God makes each day and gives it to us. I try to honor Him
by giving each day back to Him.