Peter's faith.

     Another great example of faith in action is found in Matthew 14:22-32. After the feeding of the five thousand, the disciples got into a boat to cross over to Gennesaret. Jesus stayed behind to pray. As the disciples were crossing, a strong wind began to buffet the boat, making their travel very difficult. As they struggled, Jesus walked out to them on the water. When they saw Him, the disciples were filled with fear, but Jesus called out to them saying, "It is I, do not be afraid." Peter called out to Him "If it is you, tell me to come out to you on the water."  At the invitation of Jesus, Peter began to walk on the water, but as he began to look at the wind and waves around him, his faith faltered and he began to sink.
      Like Peter, we often face storms of many kinds. Life is filled with trials and temptations of everykind. However in the midst of all this we have Jesus, who will give us everything we need to face whatever situation we find ourselves in. What He askes of us is to keep our eyes fixed upon Him. When we begin to look at the world around us, our faith begins to falter and like Peter we start to sink. We must look at what is unseen, with an unshakeable faith that is based upon the word of God. God has said He will never leave us or forsake us, no temptation is greater than what we can handle, and He will provide the way of escape. Let us come boldly to the throne of grace, where we will find help in time of need.