Do you not know that in a race all the runners run, but only one receives the prize? So run that you may obtain it. Every athlete exercises self-control in all things. They do it to receive a perishable wreath, but we an imperishable wreath.” 1 Corinthians 9:24-25, ESV
I feel a little like Peter. Hot and cold. Back and forth. Brilliant and not so brilliant. Bold and timid. Peter stepped out on the water in a storm with waves high and low to go to his friend and Savior, Jesus. Onward he lurched, up the wall of water and down again. Then, he saw the waves. He began to sink and immediately Jesus was by his side, holding onto him, and preventing him from drowning. I wonder what caused Peter to look away from Jesus. Did he realize he couldn’t leap back into the boat and he was out of reach of the lifeline of the oars?
Throughout a single day, I waffle between bold faith and the temptation to quit. Life holds so many uncertainties with ministry, outcomes of relationships, and…
