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We learn to follow Jesus one step at a time.
Immediately he made the disciples get into the boat and go before him to the other side, while he dismissed the crowds.
Matthew 14:22
And after he had dismissed the crowds, he went up on the mountain by himself to pray.
Matthew 14:23
We all need a habit of being alone with God.
23 When evening came, he was there alone, 24 but the boat by this time was a long way from the land, beaten by the waves, for the wind was against them.
Matthew 14:23-24
25 And in the fourth watch of the night he came to them, walking on the sea. 26 But when the disciples saw him walking on the sea, they were terrified, and said, “It is a ghost!” and they cried out in fear.
Matthew 14:25-26
We have nothing to fear because Jesus is near.
But immediately Jesus spoke to them, saying, “Take heart; it is I. Do not be afraid.
Matthew 14:27
And Peter answered him, “Lord, if it is you, command me to come to you on the water.”
Matthew 14:28
29 He said, “Come.” So Peter got out of the boat and walked on the water and came to Jesus. 30 But when he saw the wind, he was afraid…
Matthew 14:29-30
30…and beginning to sink he cried out, “Lord, save me.”
Matthew 14:30
God = Overly Indulgent Grandparent
God = Harsh Taskmaster
Jesus immediately reached out his hand and took hold of him, saying to him, “O you of little faith, why did you doubt?”
Matthew 14:31
32 And when they got into the boat, the wind ceased. 33 And those in the boat worshiped him, saying, “Truly you are the Son of God.”
Matthew 14:32
