The title of our little operation comes from a story in Mark chapter 6:
“[45] And straightway he constrained his disciples to get into the ship, and to go to the other side before unto Bethsaida, while he sent away the people. [46] And when he had sent them away, he departed into a mountain to pray. [47] And when even was come, the ship was in the midst of the sea, and he alone on the land. [48] And he saw them toiling in rowing; for the wind was contrary unto them: and about the fourth watch of the night he cometh unto them, walking upon the sea, and would have passed by them. [49] But when they saw him walking upon the sea, they supposed it had been a spirit, and cried out: [50] For they all saw him, and were troubled. And immediately he talked with them, and saith unto them, Be of good cheer: it is I; be not afraid. [51] And he went up unto them into the ship; and the wind ceased: and they were sore amazed in themselves beyond measure, and wondered.”
This story is an allegory of us in the New Testament. Jesus has departed for a short time. His ascension to the right hand of the father is pictured by the mountain he ventured to alone while the disciples rowed. Try as we might, we find ourselves caught at a very late hour with all the winds of this world buffeting against us.
The Bible says, “Except the LORD build the house, they labour in vain that build it: except the LORD keep the city, the watchman waketh but in vain.” Psalm 127:1
“Abide in me, and I in you. As the branch cannot bear fruit of itself, except It abide in the vine, no more can ye, except ye abide in me. I am the vine, ye are the branches: He that abideth in me, and I in him, the same bringeth forth much fruit: for without me ye can do nothing.” John 15:4-5
We know that the Lord sees us even when we do not see him. We know that he could easily pass us by and let us keep struggling, but out of his love and compassion he comes to us and calms the winds. “God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble.” Psalm 46:1
We created this place as a way to abide in him and meditate on the word of God day and night. Our mission is to evangelize the lost and edify the children of God. We hope that with God’s blessing we can grow in the grace and knowledge of our lord Jesus Christ together with you. It is the fourth watch of the night and while we still have breath we will declare the glory of our God. Amen.
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