1. Walking on Troubled Water
Matthew 14:24-33

2. Introductory Thoughts
Jesus had just finished his miraculous feeding of 5,000.
How many times do we feel helpless, ready to drown in a
sea of troubles and cares.
Physically – Emotionally- Spiritually
As we travel the sea of life we need Jesus.

3. Jesus Came to Them
He came just when they needed Him.
Jesus will come to us in the midst of troubles.
Job 14:1 – Matthew 11:28-30 – 1 Peter 5:7

4. By Faith Peter Did the Impossible
He Stepped out on Faith.
Philippians 4:13 – Matthew 17:20 – 1 John 5:4
God Wants Us to Step out on Faith to Do His Will.
Hebrews 11:6 – 2 Corinthians 5:7

5. Peter’s Faith Wavered
When he took his eyes off of Jesus.
Matthew 14:30
We need to develop Paul’s attitude.
Romans 8:31-39

6. As Peter’s Faith Wavered He Began to Sink
When he took his eyes off of Jesus.
Matthew 14:30
Our problems seem to become overwhelming when we
take our eyes off of Jesus.
2 Peter 2:20
God has promised to help us.
1 John 5:4-5 – Philippians 4:13 – 1 Corinthians 10:13

7. Peter Cried for Help
He recognized his need for help.
Luke 18:13 – Psalm 69:1-2
His failing was only temporary.
2 Corinthians 12:9
He appealed to the right helper.
Revelation 3:20 – Ephesians 1:7 – 1 John 1:9

8. Concluding Thoughts
A young man’s snorkeling trip could have been
disastrous.
Likewise our life will end in disaster if our hope is not on
the correct rock.
The journey of Jay Rogers.
To what are you anchored today?