Jesus and Peter Walk on the Water (2)

Jesus and Peter Walk on the Water

Introduction:

Jesus had taught the multitudes all day, fed the five thousand men

Sent the disciples ahead to the other side

Went into the local mountains to pray

The wind and waves were going on all night

Jesus began to walk to the disciples in the middle of the lake

1. It

The disciples saw a ghost walking on the water – they were afraid

Jesus called out to them immediately three comforting statements

Be of Good cheer

It is I

Do not be afraid

2. Peter asked to come to Jesus on the water

The wind was still stirring up the waves

Jesus answered Peter, “Come”

Peter stepped out of the boat with his eyes on Jesus – Peter begins to walk on the water toward Jesus

As long as Peter kept his eyes on Jesus the wind and waves made difference

3. Peter looked at the waves and wind

While Peter was walking to Jesus, he looks away

Peter looks at the problems of life instead of Jesus

At the moment Peter looked away he began to sink

When we look away from Jesus and look at the wind and waves our trust in Jesus’ salvation falters

Conclusion:

With what faith Peter had, he cries to Jesus – save me

Jesus immediately – stretched out His hand and caught Peter – lifting him out of the water

If we call upon Jesus for salvation, He will save us