Youth Sermon: The Step of Faith

Introduction

Today we're going to talk about faith. You know, that thing that makes us believe in God even when things don't make sense. It's like trusting your best friend with your deepest secrets. You can't see what they'll do with it, but you trust them anyway. That's faith.

That's faith.

Peter's Story

Let's look at a story from the Bible. You've probably heard it before. It's about Peter, one of Jesus' disciples. He did something crazy. He stepped out of a boat in the middle of a stormy sea to walk towards Jesus. Can you imagine that? It's like stepping off the edge of a cliff hoping you'll fly. That's some serious trust.

Now, imagine this. I have a chair here. I'm going to ask one of you to come up and sit on it. You trust that it will hold you up, right? That's faith. You can't see the inner workings of the chair, but you trust it anyway. That's what Peter did. He trusted Jesus, even when it didn't make sense.

Faith and Fear

But here's the thing. Fear can mess with our faith. It's like a big, scary shadow that makes everything look worse than it is. It can make us doubt God and His promises. But we can choose to trust God, even when we're scared. Even when our faith falters, Jesus is there to catch us.

The Ripple Effect of Faith

And guess what? When we live a life of faith, it's like a ripple effect. It's like throwing a stone into a pond. The ripples spread out, touching everything in their path. Our faith can inspire others. It can show them who God is. It can spread the light of Christ in a dark world.

Conclusion

So, let's not let fear stop us from stepping out in faith. Let's be like Peter. Let's trust God, even when we can't see the outcome. Let's step out of our comfort zones and overcome fear. And remember, even when we falter, Jesus is there to catch us.

Let's pray.

God, help us to trust in you, even when things don't make sense. Help us to step out in faith, even when we're scared. And help us to inspire others with our faith. Amen.

Small Group Breakout Questions

1. What is one fear that you have and how can you overcome it with faith?

2. How can your faith have a positive impact on others?

3. Share a time when you stepped out in faith. What was the outcome?

4. How can we support each other in stepping out in faith?

Get the Full Youth Group Plan

• Icebreaker: Walk on Water
• Group Activity: Stepping Out
• Youth Challenge: Overcoming Fear Challenge