Matthew 14:28-31

The story of Peter walking on water. Note: Peter was not putting Jesus to the test, something we are told not to do. Instead, he was the only one in the boat to react in faith. His impulsive request led him to experience a rather unusual demonstration of God's power. Peter started to sink because he took his eyes off Jesus and focused on the high waves around him. His faith wavered when he realized what he was doing. We probably will not walk on water, but we may walk through tough situations. If we focus on the waves of difficult circumstances around us without faith in Jesus to help, we too, may despair and sink. To maintain your faith when situations are difficult, focus on Jesus power rather than yon your own inadequacies. Although we start out with good intentions, sometimes our faith falters. This doesn't necessarily mean we have failed. When Peter's faith faltered, he reached out to Christ, the only one who could help. He was afraid, but he still looked to Christ. When you are apprehensive about the troubles around you and doubt Christ's presence or ability to help, remember that he is always with you and is the only one who can really help.

I had never realized that Peters act was impulsive; but it was. So many times in our lives we have been impulsive, acting in faith. We get scared. And I seem to always here God saying to me, "o woman of little faith". And I think that I am hard on myself. But in all reality, I am a great woman of faith! I just get nervous and scared, just like Peter did. Wow, I am human! God is good and rescues us from the big waves!