Sunday Drive - The Sea of Life

I took this photo when we were in California last year.

The Sea of Life

Throughout this life, we will encounter problems. Sometimes it will feel like we are getting hit wave after wave, barely able to stand. Other times the waves will be small and actually feel relaxing. Then other times you may see a treacherous tidal wave out in the distance... what will you do?

Cling to Jesus! He is our peace. I love this next verse.

Philippians 4:7 (NLT)
7 Then you will experience God’s peace, which exceeds anything we can understand. His peace will guard your hearts and minds as you live in Christ Jesus.

I love how it says, "His peace will guard your hearts and minds as you LIVE in Christ Jesus." We need need Jesus for every breath of this life. When we are living and breathing Christ, His peace protects us.

Where is our mind focused, on Christ or the tidal wave? Remember Peter, when he stepped out of the boat, when Jesus was walking on the water towards them? He began to sink when he got distracted by the waves.

Matthew 14:30 (NLT)
30 But when he saw the strong wind and the waves, he was terrified and began to sink. “Save me, Lord!” he shouted.

If you start to sink, call out to Jesus! He is always there!

Keep your eyes on Jesus. He remains the same. He never changes. He is always there. He perfects our faith. He keeps us and sustains us through this life. 

Hebrews 12:1-2 (NLT)
1 Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a huge crowd of witnesses to the life of faith, let us strip off every weight that slows us down, especially the sin that so easily trips us up. And let us run with endurance the race God has set before us. 2 We do this by keeping our eyes on Jesus, the champion who initiates and perfects our faith. Because of the joy awaiting him, he endured the cross, disregarding its shame. Now he is seated in the place of honor beside God’s throne.

Here comes the tidal wave... you can see it... you're clinging to Jesus... bracing for the impact. But then He says, "Peace, be still". By the time the wave reaches you, it has shrunk to the design of His will for you.

Mark 4:39 (NKJV)
39 Then He arose and rebuked the wind, and said to the sea, “Peace, be still!” And the wind ceased and there was a great calm.

There will always be waves in this sea of life. He is right there with you facing the waves of today. The waves of tomorrow... leave them for tomorrow.

Blessings,
Lori