Matthew 14: 24 But the ship was now in the midst of the sea, tossed with waves: for the wind was contrary. 5 And in the fourth watch of the night Jesus went unto them, walking on the sea.
Again, when the storm arose on the lake with the twelve disciples, it was not something that God did not cater for, because it was seen from long ago in His foreknowledge, how the whole ordeal would’ve played out. Not one of those disciples would perish and the boat would never sink, for God had already catered for what we often call sudden occurrences.
[The Desire Of Ages pp 380>381] Their thoughts were stormy and unreasonable, and the Lord gave them something else to afflict their souls and occupy their minds. God often does this when men create burdens and troubles for themselves. The Watcher on the shore saw those fear-stricken men battling with the tempest.
Not for a moment did He lose sight of His disciples. With deepest solicitude His eyes followed the storm-tossed boat with its precious burden; for these men were to be the light of the world. When their hearts were subdued, their unholy ambition quelled, and in humility they prayed for help, it was given them.
Matthew 14:26 And when the disciples saw him walking on the sea, they were troubled, saying, It is a spirit; and they cried out for fear. 27 But straightway Jesus spoke unto them, saying, Be of good cheer; it is I; be not afraid.
May The Lord add His blessing to the study of His word. God bless!