It's time to get out of the boat

I love to go to church every Sunday. It was not a routine for me yet it is a way to communicate, worship and know more about our creator God. Communicate? I guess some might wonder how He communicates with us. He answers our prayer through the preach of pastors and elders. God knows what we need. And every single word of Him touches our heart, our soul. As if He is talking to us...

Today's Sunday service was another amazing experience. Especially the preaching by elder Eng Chieng. How inspiring it was... It was about Jesus walking on the water (Matthew 14 : 22-36) where His 12 disciples were on the boat heading towards Genesaret. Strong wind was against their boat. Jesus walks on the water, approaching their boat and asked His disciples to come to Him. Only Peter discerned His call. Others were terrified and thought He was a ghost. He got out of the boat, walked on the water and came towards Jesus. But when he saw the wind, he was afraid and began to sink. He cried out for the Lord and He immediately reached out his hand and caught him, saying " You of little faith, why did you doubt?" . And when they climbed into the boat, the wind died down.

Perhaps this is just a normal story for many of us. Some non-believers might even take it as a myth. But it inspires and uplift me a lot. It changes my mind and perception on life. The boat actually represents security and comfort zone in our lives. Most of us are like the other 11 disciples. We are comfortable with what we encounter now. Thus we desire no change. Yet we lack of courage to face the changes in life. Fear of stepping out of familiarities. Fear of losing. Fear of leaving the comfort zone. That is why sometimes we choose to remain at our current situation and tend to avoid changes. On the other hand, people like Peter are willing to take the risk and challenge in life. These people embrace the season of change. However, when we step into the water, it creates ripples. Ripples are like the uncertainties and challenges in life. All these hindrances will discourage and despair us if we lack of faith. We know that God wants us to change. Take the first step of faith. We weren't created just to consume resources. God has called us to make a difference! Do not fear or doubt. Get out of the boat and embrace the change. Our lives are not about self-preservation and fulfillment but are to be acts of stewardship. So now what am i waiting for? It's time to get out of the boat and get into the water...