I have started a new book/bible study in the mornings. Its called If You Want To Walk on Water, You’ve Got to Get Out of the Boat.
Chapter One: On Water Walking
A. Introduction
-Every day we continue on our journey
>only getting one trip
>it can be an uncertain ride sometimes
-this story is based on faith and fear
>these two things have drawn to the story of Peter getting out of the boat and walking on water with Christ
-One of the greatest pictures in Scripture
>shows extreme discipleship
B. Water-Walkers Recognize Gods Presence
-Overview
>Peter and others got into a boat without Jesus
>a storm came
>they saw a shadow of a human being walking on water
>it was Jesus
>the disciples thought he was a ghost
*they were terrified and were in fear
-Matthew states that the disciples on the boat might not of seen Jesus because
>sometimes it takes eyes of faith to see when Jesus is around us
-often in the mist of our own storms
>we aren’t any better at recognizing Jesus, then the disciples were
????? What was Jesus up to, walking on water at three o’clock in the morning? ?????
-Mark gives us some clue
>Mark tells us that Jesus wanted to pass the boat of disciples by when walking on the lake
>Jesus has his moments where in our lives he just wants to make striking or temporary appearances
*God dose this to communicate massages to us
>God wants to get our attention
*usually God is calling us to do something extraordinary
*any time God calls us we can become afraid
“when we say yes and obey his calling
=we will experience God’s power in our lives
-When God was walking on water
>he was showing his power and precence
-Jesus thought it was time the diciples learned more about him
>He told them
*”You can trust me”
*”You know my character and my competence”
*”You can safely place your destiny in my hands”
*”Take Courage”
-Jesus often comes when least expected
-”human extremity is the frequent meeting place with God”
-If I am not looking for God, I just might miss hm
-There are several different ways the other 11 disciples could of responded to God’s voice
-Peter was about to become a water-walker
>he recognized the presence of God
>realized this was an extra ordinary opportunity for spiritual growth
>Peter did something religious
I would love to hear your comments and thoughts on this. Are you in Suspense yet? More is to come.