Stepping Out in the Storm

After feeding the five thousand, Jesus sent His disciples ahead of Him in a boat.

He dismissed the crowds and went up on a mountainside alone to pray. Night fell.

The disciples were far from shore, straining at the oars as strong winds battered the boat.

The sea churned beneath them. They were exhausted. And they were afraid. In the fourth watch

of the night, as darkness clung to the water, Jesus came toward them —

walking on the sea. When the disciples saw Him, they cried out in terror:

“It’s a ghost!” But immediately, Jesus spoke: “Take courage. It is I.

Do not be afraid.” Peter answered Him: “Lord, if it is You, command me to come