Staying Afloat
- pastortrevord
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OUTLINE:
MAIN POINT: The Son of God calls us to have faith through the storms of life.
I. Accepting Opportunities for Faith v22-24
II. Receiving Comfort from the “I am” v25-26
III. Realizing Individual Inability v28-31
IV. Recognizing the Hand of Help v31-32
V. Adoring the Son of God v33-36
Beyond the Walls (Grace and Growth)
Weekly Reading:
Day 1 – Opportunities for Faith
Matthew 14:22–24; James 1:2–4
What trial or difficulty in your life might actually be an opportunity for faith?
How does knowing that Jesus sent the disciples into the storm affect your view of God's sovereignty?
How can you respond to your current challenges with trust rather than fear?
Day 2 – The God Who Walks on the Water
Job 9:8–11
What does Job teach us about God's power and greatness?
Why is it significant that Jesus walks on the water in Matthew 14?
What areas of your life remind you that you need a Savior greater than yourself?
Day 3 – Footprints Through the Sea
Psalm 77:16–20
What does Psalm 77 teach about God's presence in difficult circumstances?
Have there been times when God was working even though you could not clearly see it?
What evidence of God's guidance can you see when you look back on your life?
Day 4 – Receiving Comfort from the Great “I Am”
Matthew 14:25–27
What fears are you currently facing?
How do Jesus' words, “Have courage! It is I. Do not be afraid,” speak to those fears?
How can you remind yourself of God's presence during difficult seasons?
Day 5 – Stepping Out in Faith
Matthew 14:28–31; Hebrews 11:1, 6
What is one step of obedience Jesus may be calling you to take?
How does Peter model faith even before he begins to sink?
What tends to distract you from keeping your eyes on Christ?
Day 6 – The Hand That Holds Us
Matthew 14:31–32
What do you learn about Jesus from the way He responds to Peter?
How has Jesus shown His faithfulness to you during seasons of weakness?
How does knowing that Jesus sustains your faith encourage you today?
Day 7 – Worshiping the Son of God
Matthew 14:33–36
Why is the disciples' confession, “Truly you are the Son of God,” so important?
What truths about Jesus have led you to worship Him more deeply?
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