Going through the storms
Dr. Roberto Miranda
(Audio: Spanish)
SUMMARY: The passage from Matthew 14:22-33 tells the story of Jesus walking on water and Peter attempting to do the same before doubting and sinking. The author emphasizes the importance of God's intentionality in our lives and how every experience has a purpose, even if it may be difficult or lead to an outcome different from what we hoped for. The other side, referred to in the passage as the place of resolution, can represent arriving at a stronger, more developed version of ourselves after going through trials and learning from them. The author encourages readers to hold onto God through difficult times and trust in His plan.
The speaker emphasizes the importance of prayer and communion with God to renew our strength and perspective during trials and difficulties. He encourages planning and prioritizing prayer in our daily lives, even if it means sacrificing sleep or other activities. He reminds listeners that Christ is always interceding for us and praying for our faith not to fail, and urges us to have faith in God's promises even when the wind is contrary and we feel like we're going in circles.
The sermon is about the story of Jesus walking on water to rescue his disciples in the midst of a storm. The speaker emphasizes that, just as the disciples faced a storm, we too will face difficulties in life. However, God is with us and will come to our aid in due time. The speaker encourages listeners to keep their eyes fixed on Jesus and to put on the armor of God when facing trials. The speaker also uses the example of the American Revolutionary War to illustrate that victory can come after a long struggle. The message is one of hope and trust in God's sovereignty.
God is faithful even in the midst of trials and difficulties. Just like in the Revolutionary War, when everything seemed lost, God can turn things around. We should hold on to the promises of God and confess His goodness, even if we don't see or feel it. He will pull us through and make us stronger and wiser. We should banish all anxiety, fear, and doubt and receive the blessing of God's faithfulness.
The speaker emphasizes the importance of prayer and communion with God to renew our strength and perspective during trials and difficulties. He encourages planning and prioritizing prayer in our daily lives, even if it means sacrificing sleep or other activities. He reminds listeners that Christ is always interceding for us and praying for our faith not to fail, and urges us to have faith in God's promises even when the wind is contrary and we feel like we're going in circles.
The sermon is about the story of Jesus walking on water to rescue his disciples in the midst of a storm. The speaker emphasizes that, just as the disciples faced a storm, we too will face difficulties in life. However, God is with us and will come to our aid in due time. The speaker encourages listeners to keep their eyes fixed on Jesus and to put on the armor of God when facing trials. The speaker also uses the example of the American Revolutionary War to illustrate that victory can come after a long struggle. The message is one of hope and trust in God's sovereignty.
God is faithful even in the midst of trials and difficulties. Just like in the Revolutionary War, when everything seemed lost, God can turn things around. We should hold on to the promises of God and confess His goodness, even if we don't see or feel it. He will pull us through and make us stronger and wiser. We should banish all anxiety, fear, and doubt and receive the blessing of God's faithfulness.
The Lord put it in my heart to share with you this word that is found in Matthew, Chapter 14, verse 22 onwards known passage, look it up in your Bible there.
Matthew, 14:22. Thanks to the brothers of the sound system. And there it says: “....Immediately Jesus made his disciples get into the boat and go ahead of him to the other shore. Meanwhile he dismissed the crowd. Dismissing the crowd, he went up the mountain to pray separately. And when night came he was there alone and the boat was already in the middle of the sea buffeted by the waves because the wind was contrary. But at the fourth watch of the night Jesus came to them walking on the sea and the disciples seeing him walking on the sea were troubled saying, 'a ghost', and they cried out for fear. But immediately Jesus spoke to them saying, 'Take heart, I am not afraid'. Then Peter answered him and said, 'Lord, if it is you, command me to come to you on the water,' and he said, 'Come. And Peter descending from the boat walked on the water to go to Jesus, but when he saw the strong wind he was afraid and beginning to sink he cried out, "Lord, save me." Immediately Jesus stretching out his hand rose from him and said to him, 'man of little faith, why did you doubt?' And when they got into the boat the wind died down. Then, those who were in the boat came and worshiped him saying, 'Truly you are the son of God.'
Matthew, 14:22. Thanks to the brothers of the sound system. And there it says: “....Immediately Jesus made his disciples get into the boat and go ahead of him to the other shore. Meanwhile he dismissed the crowd. Dismissing the crowd, he went up the mountain to pray separately. And when night came he was there alone and the boat was already in the middle of the sea buffeted by the waves because the wind was contrary. But at the fourth watch of the night Jesus came to them walking on the sea and the disciples seeing him walking on the sea were troubled saying, 'a ghost', and they cried out for fear. But immediately Jesus spoke to them saying, 'Take heart, I am not afraid'. Then Peter answered him and said, 'Lord, if it is you, command me to come to you on the water,' and he said, 'Come. And Peter descending from the boat walked on the water to go to Jesus, but when he saw the strong wind he was afraid and beginning to sink he cried out, "Lord, save me." Immediately Jesus stretching out his hand rose from him and said to him, 'man of little faith, why did you doubt?' And when they got into the boat the wind died down. Then, those who were in the boat came and worshiped him saying, 'Truly you are the son of God.'
