Over the years, I have learned that when thoughts come to me with such clarity and in such a rapid stream that it is not my thinking, but it is inspiration from the Lord. Feeling the need to retain and remember all these thoughts while accomplishing today's immediate tasks, I have expanded my usual to do list with a visual work space to collect the thoughts.
Scripture study and prayers is always first on my list of to do items. I am currently serving as a Sunday School teacher for the 12 year olds, and so my current study is focused on the New Testament. I opened the Sunday School teacher's manual and started flipping pages to find this week's study material. My eye caught hold of a past lesson titled, "Be Not Afraid." That message sure applies to me! I do not feel qualified for this next project.
Then I noticed that one of the focus items for this lesson says, "The Savior can magnify my humble offerings to accomplish His purposes" (Matthew 14:16-21; Mark 6:33-44; John 6:5-14).
Another focus item says, "Jesus Christ invites me to set aside my fears and doubts and exercise faith in Him" (Matthew 14:22-33; Mark 6:45-52; John 6:15-21).
You probably remember the story of the disciples toiling on the sea during the fourth watch of the night. Perhaps you have even imagined as I have, Peter's willingness to walk on the water and yet the fear that caused him to falter as he saw the boisterous winds. I pray that as I work toward all that He asks me to do, that when I feel I am sinking -- and surely there will be those moments in each of our lives -- I will be like Peter and cry out to Him, "Lord, save me!"
What is the Lord inviting you to do that will take courage and help?
