22 Immediately he made the disciples get into the boat and go before him to the other side, while he dismissed the crowds. 23 And after he had dismissed the crowds, he went up on the mountain by himself to pray. When evening came, he was there alone, 24 but the boat by this time was a long way from the land, beaten by the waves, for the wind was against them. 25 And in the fourth watch of the night he came to them, walking on the sea. 26 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. 27 But immediately Jesus spoke to them, saying, “Take heart; it is I. Do not be afraid.” 28 And Peter answered him, “Lord, if it is you, command me to come to you on the water.” 29 He said, “Come.” So Peter got out of the boat and walked on the water and came to Jesus. (Matthew 14)
Most of us knows what happens next, but let's just stop here. Jesus made the disciples get into the boat, while he went up on the mountain to talk with God the Father. His time talking with the Lord was a priority from which He would not be distracted by the crowds or even the disciples whom He loved. They are heavy on His heart and mind, while all they can think about is the storm. Until Jesus comes walking by. Most of them see a ghost, but when Jesus speaks, Peter recognizes His voice. Peter, by His words and actions says "I would rather be walking with you in the storm, than be stuck in this stinking sinking boat. Let me come walk with you." How about you? Where would you rather be? How much of a priority is walking and talking with the Lord to you? Jesus soon turned the storm into a calm sea. It's always better to be walking and talking with Him than the seemingly safety and security of our own sinking ship.
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