The pursuit of God is a deliberate decision and means being available to learn to rely on Him in the wildest part of the storm. And, it is not possible to learn such without going through the storm. The storm offers the possibility of choice, bringing the decision to life.
The Lord stretches us beyond settled comfort. He is always moving us on in spite of the objections of the flesh. He intends that we should walk on the water and know Him in situations that are beyond any realm of human control.
Following the Lord means that you must be available to be stretched beyond your concept of endurance.
Soldier, make your decision.