Boisterous Winds

I love the way the KJV translates Matt 14.30 where Peter walks on water—for a second or two. The KJV says, when he saw the wind boisterous, he was afraid. Whether or not the term "boisterous" should be in the text is not that crucial (the ESV does not have an adjective about the wind). I think it is a fantastic description of exactly what gripped Peter at the moment. He—in his all too human way—became more concerned about the boisterous winds and waves around him, then he did keeping his eyes fixed on Christ. (I'm not throwing stones here, I read this story and Peter is me!).

I also find it interesting that Peter only starts to sink. Even though his doubts have overcome his faith for the moment, Christ still saves him. It's a beautiful picture of grace.

May boisterous winds and waves not prevent us from keeping our eyes on Christ!