In this beautiful illustration, we read how Peter challenged his own faith by acting on Jesus’ invitation to defy the forces of nature and join Him on the water. It must have been exhilarating realizing that in the presence of the Messiah, nothing is impossible. Then suddenly Peter became aware of his humanity and natural limitations.
The surrounding forces of the wind and waves distracted him from looking at Jesus, and fear gripped his heart. He began to sink, and instantly the confidence he had moments before disappeared. In the same manner, Jesus is calling us to step out of the boat of comfort and ease, by daring to walk the journey of faith which He has planned for us. Fear can manifest through any voice that isn’t grounded in faith.
Words of concern from those who didn’t encounter the Lord as you did when you heard His call…Or words of doubt in your mind concerning financial provision when you step out in faith. They all fight to distract you from the call of the Master. Every child of God who has embarked on the journey of faith has experienced this temptation: to be distracted by voices of doubt and unbelief. But if we resist the temptation and purpose to keep our eyes on Jesus and our hearts full of His Word, we will defy all natural limitations and step with Him into the destiny He’s called us into.