When it’s your turn …

It’s been a really long time but it was one of those rare periods in my life when I had to put into practice all that I believed in.

Let me explain with a story from the Bible: After a tiring day, Jesus’ disciples were crossing over the Sea of Galilee. Suddenly, there churned up out of the depths a storm so furious that even the hearts of seasoned fishermen like Peter, James and John were fearful. As the Twelve quaking hearts weathered the winds, they saw a figure in the distance walking on the water! Their troubled minds could only think in the same vein – that it was a ghost.

However, Jesus knowing the condition of their hearts called out to reassure them. Then Peter responded saying, “If it is you, tell me to come to you on the water.” “Come”, said the Master. Then Peter got down out of the boat, walked on the water and came toward Jesus.

One of the lessons I had always learnt and maintained was that Peter HAD to get out of the boat and he HAD to get his feet wet before he could actually walk on the water. A step that required not just courage but faith too. I never really thought I would ever have to go through that experience, but the adventurer in me refused to let me stay in my comfort zone. And today, I am so glad that I dared to step out of my boat and into the waters. For I discovered my miracle the moment I stepped out!

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