Riding The Waves With God

Hey there! You know when you're chilling, scrolling through your feed, and you pause at a quote that hits just right? Well, consider this your divine pause for the day: Have you ever caught yourself riding the emotional rollercoaster of life, up and down, with fear sometimes gripping you tight? Here's a secret from God: Thanksgiving isn't just for one day; it's the power-up for your faith Colossians 2:6-7 lays it down clearly: just like you received Jesus, walk in Him, rooted in Him. Ever seen a tree swaying but not breaking in a storm? That's you, with Jesus.

But how does this "rooted" business actually work in the real world? Well, imagine you're in the middle of your toughest level in a game. The pressure's on, but you know you've got the ultimate cheat code: God's got your back. Why? Because He's never clocked out on you. Think about it: the same Jesus who fed thousands with a kid's packed lunch and raised the dead—He's in your corner. Seriously, when's the last time He let you down?

So why do we still get scared? Good question! Remember that time when Jesus calmed the storm, and the disciples were freaking out? Before flexing His miracle muscles, He said, "Chill, it's Me! Remember?" (Matthew 14:27) We've got to remember who's with us—Jesus Himself!

Once that clicks, fear bounces, and joy checks in. And joy doesn't just visit; it moves in and throws a house party in your heart. This is not an unrealistic or impractical idea. It's the real deal. So, what's the takeaway?

Be thankful. For the big stuff, the small stuff, and watch your faith grow muscles. When you're rooted in Jesus, the storms can rage, but you? You'll be dancing in the rain, overflowing with that can't-shake-me peace. Now that's the good word from God to you. Keep it, share it, live it. Let's ride these waves with God!