Recently I saw a movie that had God, Jesus, and the Holy Spirit as an integral part of the storyline.  They each interacted with the main character, (Mackenzie), and supported him in his heartache and pain.  Many scenes gripped my heart and sent my emotions on a roller coaster ride.  But one scene in particular continues to visit my thoughts.  Mackenzie steps out of a small boat and literally walks on the water with Jesus.  Later, when he tries it again, instead of walking on the water, he sloshes through it.  He looks back at Jesus in confusion.  Jesus lovingly says, “This always works better when we do it together, don’t you think?”  (Good point to ponder.)

How often do we try to face difficult situations alone?  Why don’t we take a minute to remember that Jesus is always wanting to walk through the storms with us?  “Fear not, for I am with you; be not dismayed, for I am your God; I will strengthen you, I will help you, I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.” (Isaiah 41:10)  God sees the storms long before they reach us, and He’s already dealt with them.  “It is the Lord who goes before you. He will be with you; he will not leave you or forsake you. Do not fear or be dismayed.” (Deuteronomy 31:8)  When the storms come, we don’t have to stand out in the rain alone.  Let’s go ahead and grab hold of God’s hand, because He’s absolutely not letting go of ours.