Lessons from the Storm

Bethel Church Temple TX Podcast (Sermons)

Lessons From the Storm
January 12, 2025 Elwyn Johnston

Matthew 14:22 – 33

Verse of the Week: “Immediately Jesus made the disciples get into the boat and go ahead of Him to the other side” Matthew 14:22

1. Know your God
“Take courage, it is I; do not be afraid.” Matthew 14:27

“Jesus Christ is the same yesterday, and today, and forever.” Hebrews 13:8
“we are powerless before this great multitude who are coming against us; nor do we know what to do, but our eyes are on You.” 2 Chronicles 20:25

2. Get out of the boat
“Peter said to Jesus, ‘Lord, if it is You, command me to come to You on the water.’ And Jesus said, ‘Come!’ And Peter got out of the boat, and walked on the water and came toward Jesus.”

Mt. 14:28 & 29
“Do not fear, for I am with you; do not anxiously look about you, for I am your God. I will strengthen you, surely I will help you. I will hold you up with My righteous right hand.” Isaiah 41:10
“one thing I do: forgetting what lies behind and straining toward what is ahead” Philippians 3:13
“My thoughts are not your thoughts” Isaiah 55:8
“Those who are dominated by the sinful nature think about sinful things, but those who are controlled by the Holy Spirit think about things that please the Spirit.” Romans 8:5

3. Focus on the person, not the problem
“seeing the wind, he became frightened, and began to sink” Mt. 14:30
“When you walk through the waters, I will be with you” Isaiah 43:2

“God is our refuge and strength. A very present help in trouble.” Psalm 46:1
“Seeing them straining at the oars, for the wind was against them, at about the fourth watch of the night Jesus came to them, walking on the sea” Mark 6:48

4. Know that God hears you when you call
“Lord, save me!” Matthew 14:30
“Immediately Jesus stretched out His hand and took hold of him” Matthew 14:31

“Immediately Jesus made the disciples get into the boat and go ahead of Him to the other side” Matthew 14:22

5. God has an assignment for you on the other side
“The people begged Jesus to let the sick touch at least the fringe of His robe, and all who touched Him were healed.” Matthew 14:36