Holy Gospel according to Saint John 6, 16-21

When it was evening, the disciples of Jesus went down to the sea,
embarked in a boat, and went across the sea to Capernaum.
It had already grown dark, and Jesus had not yet come to them.
The sea was stirred up because a strong wind was blowing.
When they had rowed about three or four miles,
they saw Jesus walking on the sea and coming near the boat,
and they began to be afraid.
But he said to them, “It is I. Do not be afraid.”
They wanted to take him into the boat,
but the boat immediately arrived at the shore
to which they were heading.

Don’t be afraid, it’s me

1) It had already grown dark. Nighttime is the moment when we feel more fear and distrust. In the darkness of our life, the crashing of the waves changes the direction of our path and we have to fight against the tide. We also feel dazed and cannot see well. We must have a lot of strength so as not to sink and have a firm head so that all our life does not go down either. It’s a struggle to reach the other shore. Whoever takes risks for a new life must face difficult things, but that’s how he wins and grows, and learns.

2) They were afraid. They see Jesus but they think He is a ghost. How many times it is difficult for us to see God, and that causes fear. If we do not make our faith grow, the presence of God can frighten us rather than relieve us. Fear paralyzes and disconcerts us, makes us panic. Sometimes, imagination overwhelms us and even leads us to feel short of breath.

3) It’s me, don’t be afraid. Jesus wants to remind you that He has come to your life and wants to stay with you, He has come to stay forever. So, make space for God to help you find the heaven you are searching for so much. Do not be afraid and go ahead, you have a beautiful future. And when there is a smile on your face, please don’t let it fade away.

God bless you in the name of the Father, of the Son and of the Holy Spirit. Always remember, Heaven is our goal.