Discuss It – Matthew 14:22-33
- Of all your life experiences, which was the most thrilling?
- What is the most frightening experience you’ve ever had?
- On a scale of 1 to 10, how might you rate yourself as a thrill-seeker or risk-taker?
- What is the most worshipful experience you have ever had?
- Of all of Christ’s miracles, which one would you most like to have witnessed? Why?
- Why do you think Jesus spent time alone praying?
- How is your devotional life right now?
- What causes you to doubt and waver in your faith?
- What situations cause you the most fear in life?
- How would you rate your faith on a scale from 1 to 10? Why?
- What events or experiences have led you to trust in Jesus?
- Has there ever been a time where you risked it all, and you would be ruined if God did not come through? What happened?
- What does this passage teach you to do?
Apply It
- What specific step could you take this week to improve your devotional life?
- In what practical way can you demonstrate faith as you go through the coming week?
- What step of trust do you need to take today?
- What will help you remember to keep your eyes on Jesus and off your fears?
- In regard to Peter, if you never get out of the boat, you will never walk on water.
- How comforting is it to know that in our weakness, Jesus saved Peter before he scolded him?
- To where or to whom is God calling you to step out in faith?
- What is it about Jesus that causes you to worship him?