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Contrary Circumstances: Inviting Jesus In

by Brett Fuller on February 11, 2019

Have you ever worked twice as hard to get half as far? In Mark 6 Jesus commanded the disciples to go ahead of Him to the other side of the lake while He remained behind to pray. Straining at the oars, for the winds & waves were contrary, the disciples spent most of the night closer to their launch point than their destination.

 After prayer Jesus, rather than walking the shoreline, decided to take the shortcut. He famously strolled across the lake! Intending to pass His staff by, the disciples were startled by what they believed to be a ghost. Identifying Himself, Jesus calmed their fears. They immediately invited Him in the boat. Verse 51 says that when they did so, “…the winds stopped."

Question: In your efforts to try to get to where Christ wants you to be, have you been straining against unusually contrary circumstances? If so, freshly ask Jesus into the boat of your endeavors and see if His presence doesn't make the sailing much smoother. Live right, live well...

About the Author
Brett Fuller

Brett Fuller is the presiding Bishop of Every Nation’s family of churches in the metropolitan Washington DC area, that fall under the umbrella of the Grace Covenant Church’s purview. He also serves as Chaplain of the Washington Commanders. From 2005 to 2014 he served as Chaplain for the National Association of Basketball Coaches. In 2000, he initiated a bill in Congress to build a memorial honoring the African American Slaves who helped build America. Though the bill was never passed, he still hopes to complete the mission. Also, from 2007-2009 he served on President George Bush's Advisory Board for Historically Black Colleges and Universities.

Pastor Brett has written two devotionals: “Live Well”, and “Relate Well” and recently published two books: Dreaming in Black and White and High Ceilings. He and his lovely wife of 36 years, Cynthia, frequently conduct marriage and family seminars. Brett also coordinates relational and professional development seminars, helping leaders in every walk of life to become better leaders. He and his bride reside in Chantilly, VA, have parented 7 children and have been blessed with 2 wonderful daughter in-laws. And most recently, they have welcomed their first grandchild; Ava Lily.

 

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