God the Father knew you and chose you long ago, and his Spirit has made you holy.

There is wonderful joy ahead, even though you must endure many trials for a little while. 7These trials will show that your faith is genuine.

Just as Peter took his eyes off of Christ after his faith allowed him to step out of the boat, in the storms that I am in I often take my eyes off of the Savior and feel the stress.

Lord help me to see past the storms and live only in your glory.