What steps can we take to strengthen our faith in Jesus' power today? Setting the Scene: A Night on the Waves “During the fourth watch of the night, Jesus went out to them, walking on the sea.” (Matthew 14:25) Why This Moment Matters The disciples had rowed for hours against a fierce headwind. When Jesus appeared—literally defying the laws of nature—He proved, once again, that nothing limits His authority. That same Jesus rules today (Hebrews 13:8). Strengthening our confidence in His power involves practical, daily choices. Steps to Deepen Confidence in Jesus’ Power Today • Invite Him into every storm – Just as Jesus approached the boat, consciously acknowledge His presence in your challenges. – Psalm 46:1 reminds us He is “an ever-present help in trouble.” Speak that truth aloud when anxiety surges. • Fix your eyes on Him, not the waves – Peter walked until he looked at the wind (Matthew 14:30). Hebrews 12:2 urges, “Let us fix our eyes on Jesus, the pioneer and perfecter of faith.” – Practical tip: begin and end each day with a Gospel passage, training your mind to look first to Christ. • Feed on His words daily – “Faith comes by hearing, and hearing by the word of Christ.” (Romans 10:17) – Rotate through the miracles in the Gospels weekly; let them recalibrate your expectations of what God can do. • Remember past deliverances – Throughout Scripture, God’s people build memorials (Joshua 4:7). Start a journal: list answered prayers and unexpected provisions. – Re-read it whenever doubts creep in; Psalm 77:11 says, “I will remember the works of the LORD.” • Step out in obedience when He calls – Peter only experienced water-walking faith because he obeyed Jesus’ “Come” (Matthew 14:29). – Identify one area where Scripture has already spoken (forgiveness, generosity, serving) and act on it today. Obedience lets you taste His power up close. • Worship while the wind still blows – The sea calmed only after Jesus entered the boat (Matthew 14:32). Praise Him before conditions improve; it shifts your focus from turmoil to triumph. – Acts 16:25 shows Paul and Silas singing in chains—faith-strengthening worship in real time. • Stay in community with faith-filled believers – The miracle happened with the whole crew watching; their shared awe deepened corporate faith. – Hebrews 10:24-25 urges us to meet together and spur one another on. Join (or start) a small group that majors on Scripture and testimonies. Living in the Afterglow “When those in the boat worshiped Him, they said, ‘Truly You are the Son of God.’” (Matthew 14:33) Every fresh glimpse of Jesus’ supremacy fuels worship and emboldens faith. Keep looking, keep listening, keep stepping—and watch His power become the most settled reality of your daily life. |
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