I am notoriously bad at finding things. It has gotten so bad that I rarely even try to find things that are missing. If I really need it, then I will ask my wife to find it for me. I can look straight at something that I need and not see it. What causes us to miss the most obvious things set before us?
Matthew 14:26-27 says, “But when the disciples saw him walking on the sea, they were terrified, and said, ‘It is a ghost!’ and they cried out in fear. But immediately Jesus spoke to them, saying, ‘Take heart; it is I. Do not be afraid.'” The disciples were focused on the storm which was threatening their lives. They did not initially believe that Jesus could and would help them, so when they saw Him walking on the water towards them, they did not recognize Him. Instead, their fear rose higher and they thought they were seeing a ghost.
God frequently does something that we don’t expect and we can miss these miracles if we don’t open our hearts to Him. If we let Him, He will calm the storms of our lives and give us courage. Don’t miss out on what God has for you by closing your heart and expecting Him to act in a certain way.
Reluctant Retiree 