Reflections with Andy - Jesus is Lord - John 6: 1-15
Today, we see Jesus walking on water. As with much of the Bible, there is a top-level understanding of what is happening, but there is also something deeper. Jesus walks on the water. He is Lord of the created order. But for the Jewish people, the water was more than that. They were not a seafaring people. There were dangers that lurked in the unknown. Jesus walking on the water shows this truth: He is also Lord of our unknown fears. He is Lord of what we know, and He is Lord of the unknown as well. He is Lord. We can always trust in Him, no matter what.
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Good morning! It’s great to be with you on this Monday morning, and I hope you had a fantastic weekend. My weekend was great as well, and now we’re back together, ready to dive into John 6 again. Today, we’ll be reading John 6:16-21, the story of Jesus walking on water.
This passage tells us that as evening came, the disciples set out on the Sea of Galilee. Strong winds made the sea rough, and they became afraid. Then, they saw Jesus walking toward them on the water, and their fear grew. But Jesus reassured them, saying, “It is I; do not be afraid.” Immediately, they were willing to let him into the boat, and they safely reached their destination.
There’s a lot happening in this short passage. On the surface, we see a miraculous demonstration of Jesus’ power over nature. He walks on water—something that defies natural laws—and shows his authority over creation. It reminds us of the disciples’ reaction in another storm when they asked, "Who is this, that even the wind and the waves obey him?" Jesus is Lord over all creation, and nothing is beyond his control.
But, as with so much of John's Gospel, there’s a deeper meaning here too. For the Jewish people, the sea symbolized chaos, fear, and danger. Unlike cultures that explored the seas, the Jewish people were not seafaring. The sea was filled with unknown threats, much like the Leviathan mentioned in the Psalms. When Jesus walks on the water, he’s not just displaying power over nature—he’s showing his authority over the things that cause fear and uncertainty.
This story speaks to our lives today. The things we fear, the unknowns in our lives, the struggles that seem overwhelming—Jesus is Lord over all of them. He’s not just in control of the visible, physical world; he also reigns over our worries and doubts. He walks over the "seas" of our fears and says, "Do not be afraid."
As you reflect on this passage, remember that Jesus is Lord of both the tangible things we can touch and see, and the intangible things that we worry about. He’s Lord over your fears, your uncertainties, and your doubts. Trust in Him, for He is in control of it all.
Thank you for joining me this morning. Tomorrow, we’ll continue in John 6, taking our time with the rich teachings in this chapter. Have a great day, and I’ll see you in the morning!