Here is today’s Bible reading:  1 Samuel 5:1-7:17; John 6:1-21; Psalm 106:13-31; Proverbs 14:32-33.

John 6:18-21 (NIV)
A strong wind was blowing and the waters grew rough. [19] When they had rowed three or three and a half miles, they saw Jesus approaching the boat, walking on the water; and they were terrified. [20] But he said to them, “It is I; don’t be afraid.” [21] Then they were willing to take him into the boat, and immediately the boat reached the shore where they were heading.

Too often I am rowing my boat against the wind without Jesus.  I get tired, and I get frustrated about my lack of progress.  But, when I cease striving and allow Him to be my source of strength, my boat skims effortlessly across the water.  I love the quote that says, “When I work, I work.  But when I pray, God works.”  I would much rather have God at work than me.