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The Miracles of Jesus Christ: Walking On Water (Part Two)
Bible Study by Martin G. CollinsNothing is impossible for the Father and Jesus Christ. Walking on water did not cancel or suspend the laws of gravity and the properties of liquid; a stronger power overruled them, just as magnetism overcomes gravity when it gathers iron filings. Christ, as Creator of the seas and winds, exercised His omnipotence, and His will bore Him above the waves. To doubt that God can accomplish such things is faithlessness. One who trusts God and believes His Word does not wonder whether God can intervene, though he may wonder at the method. Peter's attempt at the seemingly impossible shows both the possibility and the limit of faith. Christ's call, "Come," carried an implicit pledge, and Peter walked on the water while his confidence rested on Jesus' power. When he looked at the raging waves instead of his Savior, fear replaced his immature, self-assured faith, and he sank. Jesus gently rescued him. The disciples' amazement revealed their weak belief, since they failed to grasp from the loaves that Jesus is the powerful God of creation. If they had truly believed, nothing should have amazed them. Because of the Father's will, there is always the potential for a miraculous solution to life's storms, whether Christ's help comes suddenly or slowly.
Keeping Our Focus Through Stormy Seas
Sermonette by Ted E. BowlingDistractions of any type may cause us to shift our attention from our Creator, as Jesus' disciples did on that stormy night in the Sea of Galilee.
You Shall Call Your Walls Salvation
Sermonette by Martin G. CollinsThe church must keep a protective wall to protect against scattering and assimilation. We can assist in building protective walls by making sacrifices.
Our Spiritual Wilderness
Sermonette by Ryan McClureTime after time, the children of Israel accused Moses of leading them to their deaths, failing to trust God in spite of His track record of provision.
Go Forward
Sermon by Mark SchindlerAre we ready to sacrifice as was Moses, realizing that our precious calling is far more than the imaginary quest of Don Quixote?
Powers of Christ
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughAfter His resurrection, Jesus Christ commissioned His disciples, reminding them of His limitless power to help them in their work.
A Man of Fortitude and Conviction
Sermonette by Ted E. BowlingDesmond Doss was the first conscientious objector to receive the Medal of Honor. This Sabbath-keeping medic exemplifies total conviction.
God's Love and Teachings for His Children
Sermon by Kim MyersGod lovingly teaches His children, just as a perfect parent. As children cry out to their parents, so human nature drives God's people to complain to Him.
Faith and the Christian Fight (Part Eight)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughAbraham embodied living by faith. Through perpetually living in a tent, he demonstrated his complete trust and reliance upon God.
Do You See God? (Part Two)
'Personal' from John W. RitenbaughConversion is a lifelong process in which we endeavor to see things as God does. We must understand and act on the fact that God is deeply involved with us.
Hebrews (Part Fourteen)
Sermon/Bible Study by John W. RitenbaughLike Jesus and other heroes of faith, we need to look beyond the present to the long term effects of the trials and tests we go though, seeing their value.