I've noticed though, when reading statuses that people are quick to give notice and reverence (and I meant 'reverence' not 'reference') to the enemy. Our words are so powerful and even when 'typed', they show the level of our faith walk. After having this thought, God led me to read the oh so famous happenings of Peter when he walked on water. I immediately begin to think, "I'm a Water Walker, because I have faith!" Peter was also a Water Walker. He's even famous for it. But at the same time he's famous for sinking. He only sank because he lost focus on where he was going and the One he was going to.
Why does it seem so much easier to focus on the negative rather than the positive? Why mention the one who hinders the blessings rather than the Blesser, the haters rather than our supporters, our enemies rather than our allies, our problems rather than our answers, chaos rather than peace, trials rather than triumphs, defeat rather than victories, doubt rather than belief.
"Peter replied, 'Lord, if it is really you, tell me to come to you on the water.' 'Come on!' Jesus said. Peter then got out of the boat and started walking on the water toward him.
But when Peter saw how strong the wind was, he was afraid and started sinking. 'Save me, Lord!' he shouted. Right away, Jesus reached out his hand. He helped Peter up and said, 'You surely don't have much faith. Why do you doubt?'" Matthew 14:28-31 CEV
We walk by faith and not by sight (our senses). Peter perceived and felt the storm. You will see it and feel it too. My prayer is this:
"Lord help me to stay focused on YOU!"
Like Peter, we too see our destiny before we begin the journey there. But on the way there, it's important to keep our focus on our destiny. Don't lose focus. I'm not saying ignore the storm, but just don't let it get to you. Don't let it cause you to sink. Of course, if you feel yourself sinking, do like Peter...call for HELP!
~ Article By Jessica D. Proctor, a Winning Woman
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