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?