TO THE DISCIPLES THE LORD SAID, "HAVE FAITH IN GOD." It is not any sort of faith, but faith in the Lord Creator only. The disciples appeared to be in danger and fear filled their hearts. They did not realize that they were in the care and charge of Jesus, or else, knowing Him their fears could have had no place. Beloved, you are in the hands of your loving Saviour. He has charge of you and all your concerns. He has numbered the very hairs of your head and watches over you every moment, by night, as well as by day. He is ever present, His eye cannot be diverted from you; His omnipotence is engaged to defend you, His fulness to supply you, His wisdom to guide you, and all His perfections will be glorified in your everlasting holiness and happiness. He says, "I am glorified in them." Why are you so fearful? Jesus is a very present help; He is a Friend that loveth at all times. He is your shield, and your exceeding great reward. But perhaps you have wandered from Him; your conscience accuses you, and Satan tempts you to despair; go, go, and return unto Him, delay not a moment; cast yourself, guilty as you are, at His feet; confess all, and give yourself to Him afresh. He will receive you graciously, love you freely, and restore to you the joy of His salvation. Why are you so fearful?

For Meditation:
The saints should never be dismayed,
Nor sink in hopeless fear;
For when they least expect His aid,
The Saviour will appear.