“Lord, if this is really you, command me to come to you on the water.”
Matthew 14.28
Two spiritual heroes walk with doubt and despair in Sunday’s scripture readings. Both the apostle Peter and the prophet Elijah live and lead in unsettled times and experience questions we are asking today. Where is God in this mess? Where is Jesus in this cross wind?
When Peter sees Jesus walking on the sea near his boat, he puts Jesus to a test. “If this is really you, command me to come to you on the water.” Jesus says, “Come.” Stepping into the water and the future requires faith for Peter and all who follow. Boldly Peter steps out of the boat, outside the comfortable circle of friends and disciples. Immediately strong head winds and great waves frighten Peter and he falters, crying out, “Lord, save me.” Jesus reaches out his hand.
Where are you in over your head? What are you crying out about?