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Harmony of wind and song in the Sea of Galilee


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Harmony of Wind and Song: Galilee’s Boat Ride
In 2019, me and a group of 30 like-minded people visited Galilee, a sacred place filled with echoes of history. Jesus spent a lot of time at the Sea of Galilee. He did many miracles there, like feeding the 5000, walking on water, and calming storms.
 We checked into a cozy hotel nestled near the tranquil shores of the Sea of Galilee. The view from my room was breathtaking, as the serene waters stretched out beneath a vast expanse of blue sky.
We took a boat ride on the Sea of Galilee the next day, following the path of Jesus and His followers from 2000 years ago. I felt a strong spiritual presence as I boarded the boat. A singer on the boat sang beautiful Christian songs as the boat gently rocked on peaceful waters. The combination of the music and the gentle swaying of the boat created a profound experience.
The wind got stronger as we sailed deeper into the Sea of Galilee, blowing through my hair and making me feel refreshed.se bumps crawling all over my skin! The thought that Jesus and His disciples were here before in history was profound.
Gazing toward the horizon, we could make out two mountain ranges separated by a valley. Strong winds rushing down this valley frequently produce rapid thunderstorms due to wind tunnel effect.
Two thousand years ago, the disciples spent the whole night on a fishing boat here, but didn't catch any fish. Then, Jesus instructed them to lower their nets once more, and as they did, the nets became filled with fish to the point of breaking. Overwhelmed by this miraculous catch, Peter fell to his knees before Jesus, acknowledging his own sinfulness.
After our boat ride, we were treated to a meal that felt like a divine reward. We were served Saint Peter's fish, the local fish and chip delicacy. The meal was prepared using freshly caught fish from the Sea of Galilee. The flavors were absolutely fantastic! The meal made me feel like I was back in the past, connecting with the disciples who used to fish in these waters.
The Sea of Galilee is a beautiful and spiritual place. Galilee left a lasting impression on me, and I knew this trip would always be special to me.
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Anchored in ChristBy Dr. Andrew C S Koh