Passage
Mark 6:45-56 (ESV)
God Accepts Those Who Fear Him
Acts 10:17-35
Key Verse: 10:34
Jesus Climbs into the Boat
Date: Mar. 28, 2016
Daily Bread
Key Verse: 6:51a
First, Jesus walks on water (45-52). Followers of Jesus can expect to encounter some rough storms in their lives of devotion. This was the experience of Jesus' disciples. Exhausted and tired, they obeyed the Lord's command to get into the boat and go ahead of him to Bethsaida. As they put out to sea, some intense and raging winds made their progress very difficult. They struggled at the oars all night long, but couldn't seem to get anywhere. From the mountain top, he saw his disciples and prayed for them. Then, shortly before dawn, he walked upon the troubled waters and came to them. He entered their boat and the disciples experienced the peace of God as the winds died down. Jesus says, "Take courage! It is I. Don't be afraid." In such storms, we can be assured that our Lord is watching over us, praying for us, and is present with us.
Second, Jesus and the disciples land in Gennesaret (53-56). The power and compassion of Christ is available to anyone who will come to him. The people of Gennesaret ran throughout the region and brought all the sick to Jesus. Those who simply touch the edge of his cloak were healed.
Prayer: Lord Jesus, You are the Son of God. Help us to rest in you during the storms of life.
One Word: Jesus enters the boat with us
