Vineyard Community Church: Greenwood, Indiana

(Jesus) “I will not abandon you or leave you as orphans in the storm – I will come to you.” John 14:18 [TLB] Your path led through the sea, your way through the mighty waters, though your footprints were not seen. Psalm 77:19 [NIV] The Miracle of Walking on Water (Matthew 14:22-33, Mark 6:45-52, John 6:15-21) What Does Jesus Do When I’m Sinking? 1. Jesus sees my struggle. - He saw the disciples straining at the oars, because the wind was against them. Mark 6:48 [NIV] 2. Jesus comes close to me. - About the fourth watch of the night he went out to them, walking on the lake. Mark 6:48 [NIV] 3. Jesus reveals himself to me. - When the disciples saw Jesus walking on the water, they thought he was a ghost, and they started screaming. All of them saw him and were terrified. But at the same time he said, “Don’t worry! I am Jesus. Don’t be afraid.” Mark 6:49-50 [CEV] What Am I To Do When I’m Sinking? 1. Take courage. - Immediately he spoke to them and said, “Take courage! It is I. Don’t be afraid.” Mark