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Rules For Attempting The Impossible

Contributed by Joel Santos on Nov 21, 2004

based on 218 ratings

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How long has it been since you attempted something that seems humanly impossible? Dr. Charles Channey spoke to St. Louis Baptist Association and gave four rules for attempting the impossible.

RULES FOR ATTEMPTING THE IMPOSSIBLE Matt 14:25-32 “And in the fourth watch of the night He came to them, walking on the sea. And when the disciples saw Him walking on the sea, they were frightened, saying, "It is a ghost!" And they cried out for fear. But immediately Jesus spoke to them, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:25-32

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Paddling The Boat Of Mediocrity

Contributed by Brent Hutsell on Oct 11, 2001

based on 23 ratings

| 3,740 views

As Christians, some are aimlessly wondering around not accomplishing anything for the cause of Christ. I believe that’s because we’re paddling the boat of mediocrity!

I. Introduction A. James 1:6-8 B. As God’s people we have become tossed to every wind of doctrine so much to the point that some are confused altogether. 1. When we are unstable and uncrontrolled by the Spirit of God, we become undependable to the cause of Christ. 2. Our ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:22-32

Denomination: Baptist

The Power Of Togetherness

Contributed by Johnny Carver on Oct 16, 2001

based on 28 ratings

| 34,286 views

This sermon shows the great power that people have when they work together and especially Christian people. Considering the events of Sept. 11 2001 "Togetherness" is a necessity.

Scripture: Genesis 11:1-9 Title: “The Power of Togetherness” Introduction: God’s blessings was “Withdrawn” because the people were working to bypass God. Our nation has been blessed beyond any other nation on the face of this earth. We have been the nation to be desired to be a part of because of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:22-36, Matthew 14:22

Denomination: Pentecostal

Trying To Be Like Jesus

Contributed by Juan Lane on Dec 8, 2005

based on 6 ratings

| 3,566 views

When we try to be like Jesus people around us are not going to understand

Trying To Be Like Jesus Scripture Reference: Matthew 14:22-33 (KJV) 22 And straightway Jesus constrained his disciples to get into a ship, and to go before him unto the other side, while he sent the multitudes away. 23 And when he had sent the multitudes away, he went up into a mountain apart ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:22-33

Denomination: Pentecostal

Leaving The Boat To Get Aboard

Contributed by Joshua Bowers on Dec 18, 2005

based on 5 ratings

| 2,318 views

So often we either sit like a knot on a log and refuse to seek God’s purpose for our lives or we do seek God’s purpose and realize just how difficult it can be to fulfill it.

Leaving the boat to get on board. A. John the Baptist had just been beheaded by King Herod. Because of the rat race that was going on Jesus got his disciples in a boat and headed away for a little R and R. The crowds noticed Jesus and his disciples heading away from town, across the lake, so ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:22-33

Denomination: Church Of God

A Little Walk With Jesus Series

Contributed by Warren Lamb on Aug 19, 2007

based on 35 ratings

| 20,028 views

Jesus and Peter walking on the water is a familiar story - is there something fresh we can get from something we know so well? I believe there is.

Dwight Lyman Moody lived toward the end of the 19th century. He was an American evangelist and publisher who founded the Moody Church, Northfield School and Mount Hermon School in Massachusetts (now the Northfield Mount Hermon School), the Moody Bible Institute and Moody Publishers, all of which ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:22-33

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Antonyms Of Faith

Contributed by Stephen Funderburk on Jul 30, 2006

based on 4 ratings

| 4,240 views

Satan is into opposites of God, and doubt, fear and unbelief all stand in opposition to a live of faith.

Intro: the devil is the exact opposite of God in every way. God is Light, the devil is darkness. God is love, Satan is hate. God is Holy, the devil is evil. God is just, fair, righteous, Satan is deceptive, a liar and wrong. In every area of life you need to know that the devil will try to have you ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:31

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Attempting The Impossible

Contributed by Gene Gregory on Jul 17, 2006

based on 24 ratings

| 4,435 views

Shows the inevitability of struggles in a believer’s life, and the faithfulness of Christ in those struggles.

ATTEMPTING THE IMPOSSIBLE - Matthew 14:22-33 Give background So the disciples did what Jesus told them. They got into a boat and headed out across the lake. When they did, a storm caught them. There are some who will tell you that if you encounter troubles, if you encounter difficulties, if ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:22-33

Denomination: Baptist

Taking The First Step Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Jul 21, 2006

based on 27 ratings

| 6,707 views

If we want to walk on water, we have to get out of the boat.

Taking The First Step Text: Matthew 14:22-33 Introduction 1. Read Matt. 14:22-33 2. Illustration: The physics professor had just finished his lecture about the pendulum, wherein he had shown the mathematical proof that an untouched pendulum will always swing in ever-decreasing arcs. He then ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:22-33

Denomination: Methodist

Breathing Deeply In The Ocean

Contributed by Randall Bates on Dec 10, 2006

based on 1 rating

| 3,337 views

Deals with trusting in what faith believes is true

I was visiting with a friend of mine this week & he told me of a book he was reading. In the book, the author said something that has stuck with me all week. I haven’t been able to get it off of my heart. It goes along with what we talked about last week, when we looked at having faith in God. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:23-36

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus Help Us In Our Time Of Need

Contributed by Donald Macon on Jun 6, 2002

based on 401 ratings

| 30,341 views

The miracle greater than walking on water is that Jesus lifts us up during our time of need.

I’m sure some are asking “why did he select this passage for such a time as this?” and understandably so. If you think it’s true that Jesus walked on water, you’re right. If you think the miracle stops there, you’re wrong. Most people refer to this passage as where Jesus Walked on Water. And it ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:22-33

Denomination: Baptist

In The Eye Of The Storm Series

Contributed by Chris Talton on Jun 10, 2002

based on 142 ratings

| 21,760 views

If you’re not in a storm now, you will be soon. While they were in the storm, Jesus did 4 things for them to enable them to make it safely to the other side.

June 9, 2002 Matt. 14:22-36 "In the eye of the storm" INTRODUCTION Storms come...  immediately after mountain-top experiences – the disciples had just been with Jesus as He fed 5000+ people  while you are right in the middle of God’s will (vs. 22) – Jesus made the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:22-36

Denomination: Baptist

Lessons From The Water

Contributed by William Rushing on Jun 20, 2002

based on 10 ratings

| 3,062 views

This sermon compares Peter’s experience of walking on the water to our Christian Walk.

I. Introduction a. The Story of Peter walking on water. b. There are many lessons that can be learned from this passage. i. We need time alone with God. ii. Jesus is all powerful iii. We can Trust in Jesus c. I want to look at this experience as an illustration of our Christian ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:22-33

Denomination: Baptist

Walking On The Sea Series

Contributed by Greg Hess on Jun 29, 2002

based on 14 ratings

| 3,496 views

DEVELOPING YOUR FAITH

DEVELOPING YOUR FAITH Matt 14:25-32 walking on the sea 1. 4 watches 3 hrs each began at 6pm 4th watch began at 3am 2. Fear gripped their heart – duh someone walking on the water 3. Jesus’ voice will calm any fear 4. Peter still not convinced said “if” it’s you bid me to come. 5. Careful ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:25-32

Denomination: Independent/Bible

What's Your Focus

Contributed by Tom Fuller on Jun 30, 2002

based on 174 ratings

| 18,512 views

The storms of life distract us from focusing on God – learn what Jesus focused on in times of trouble.

Most of the time in our lives we focus on what to do if things go wrong. We come up with contingency plans in case we are late for a flight. We sometimes even have redundant systems in place in case of failure. In fact, on the space shuttle, most of its systems are backed up by quadruple ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:22-36

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

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