Sunday, May 3, 2020 - when we are in the middle of the storm
Prayer
Matthew 14:22-24 Common English Bible Translation
Right then, Jesus made the disciples get into the boat and go ahead to the other side of the lake while he dismissed the crowds. When he sent them away, he went up onto a mountain by himself to pray. Evening came and he was alone. Meanwhile, the boat, fighting a strong headwind, was being battered by the waves and was already far away from land.
(Question: What are the storms you have faced?)
Matthew 14:25-26
Very early in the morning he came to his disciples, walking on the lake. When the disciples saw him walking on the lake, they were terrified and said, “It’s a ghost!” They were so frightened they screamed.
(Question: What are your greatest fears right now? How are they related to the storms of life?)
Matthew 14:27-28
Just then Jesus spoke to them, “Be encouraged! It’s me. Don’t be afraid.” Peter replied, “Lord, if it’s you, order me to come to you on the water.”
(Question: What is your mentality when you face those storms?)
Matthew 14:29-30
And Jesus said, “Come.” Then Peter got out of the boat and was walking on the water toward Jesus. But when Peter saw the strong wind, he became frightened. As he began to sink, he shouted, “Lord, rescue me!”
(Question: How do you generally react when things are difficult? How do you wish you reacted in the midst of challenges?)
Matthew 14:31-32
Jesus immediately reached out and grabbed him, saying, “You man of weak faith! Why did you begin to have doubts?” When they got into the boat, the wind settled down.
(Question: What do you find helps settle you when the storm around you rages?)
Prayers of the People and the Lord’s Prayer
Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name.
Thy kingdom come, thy will be done,
on earth as it is in heaven.
Give us this day our daily bread,
And forgive us our sins, as we forgive those who sin against us;
And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil
For thine is the kingdom and the power
and the glory, forever. Amen
Blessing
Song List (to listen to from wherever you get your music)
My Hope Is Built on Nothing Less
Standing on the Promises
We’re Gonna Be Alright - Switchfoot
Shake It Out – Florence + the Machine
Song for Someone – U2