Topic: KEEP YOUR EYES ON JESUS – Bishop Mike Okonkwo Devotional 11 April 2021 [The Redeemed Evangelical Mission]
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KEEP YOUR EYES ON JESUS
“So He said, “Come.” And when Peter had come down out of the boat, he walked on the water to go to Jesus. But when he saw that the wind was boisterous, he was afraid; and beginning to sink, he cried out, saying, “Lord, save me!” Matthew 14:29-30 NKJV
Jesus is our victory! He is our wisdom! He is our peace! And He is everything to us. He alone guarantees our victory at all times. Peter was a man who accomplished what was humanly impossible because His eyes were fixed on Jesus. Here in the passage of the scripture, Jesus had just fed the five thousand. So, while He stayed back to pray, He sent His disciples ahead of Him on the boat to cross over to the other side. Midway into the disciples’ journey, there was a terrible wind that hit the sea, and the waves intensified. Right there and then, the Bible tells us that Jesus went out to meet them, walking on the water.
Child of God, one thing you must learn to do when you are reading the scriptures is to pay attention to the details. Don’t rush over them; otherwise you will miss the full import. At that time, in the midst of their challenge, Jesus showed up and we know from that He will never leave you nor forsake you. So, how dare you think you are alone? Beloved, He is right there with you, to help you and show you the way. God is with you and He is for you. Hallelujah!
The next thing that happened is the disciples saw a man walking on water. They became afraid, because humanly speaking, it was completely impossible to walk on water but we serve a God that has no limitations. Jesus announced Himself to them and told them not to be afraid. Out of the blues, Peter said to Him, “if indeed it is you, command me to come.” Jesus said to him “Come,” and before anyone knew what was happening, Peter walked on water to meet Jesus. Peter did the impossible because he was focused on the Master.
Further Reading: Matthew 14:22-33
Daily Bible Reading: Morning- 1 Samuel 17-18; Evening- Luke 11:1-28