Don’t run from suffering; embrace it (Matthew 16:24-26; TM).
Peter went over the side of the boat and walked on the water toward Jesus. But when he saw the strong wind and the waves, he was terrified and began to sink. “Save me, Lord!” he shouted (Matthew 14:29-30; NLT).
Jesus, save me!
Give me courage:
Help me now
To face my fear.
Thank you, Lord,
For being with me:
I believe
That you are here.
Help me, as my faith
Is tested:
Strengthen me,
And bring me through.
May I drink this cup
As you did:
Lord,
I put my trust in you.
When I am afraid, I put my trust in you (Psalm 56:3; NIV).
References
Then I called on the name of the LORD: “Please, LORD, save me!” (Psalm 116:4; NLT).
Save me because of your unfailing love (Psalm 6:4; NLT).
I am trusting you to save me (Psalm 55:23; NLT).
Jesus spoke to them at once. “Don’t be afraid,” he said. “Take courage. I am here!” (Matthew 14:27; NLT).
You can pray for anything, and if you have faith, you will receive it (Mathew 21:22; NLT).
At once the boy’s father shouted, “I do have faith! Please help me to have even more” (Mark 9:24; CEV).
Then Jesus left them a second time and prayed, “My Father! If this cup cannot be taken away unless I drink it, your will be done” (Matthew 26:42; NLT).
Jesus immediately reached out and grabbed him. “You have so little faith,” Jesus said. “Why did you doubt me?” (Matthew 14:31; NLT).
Then He arose and rebuked the wind, and said to the sea, “Peace, be still!” And the wind ceased and there was a great calm (Mark 4:39; NKJV).
Even when I walk through the darkest valley, I will not be afraid, for you are close beside me. Your rod and your staff protect and comfort me (Psalm 23:4; NLT).