Walking on Water (4)
‘...He walked on the water…to Jesus.’ Matthew 14:29 NKJV There are many good reasons for stepping out of the boat and trying something new, or something you may have failed at before. It’s the only way to develop faith, it’s the alternative to being average, and it’s...
Walking on Water (3)
‘...He walked on the water…to Jesus.’ Matthew 14:29 NKJV Peter discovered what we all discover in our walk with God: just because you sink doesn’t mean you’re sunk. Here are two reasons why. First, failing doesn’t make you a failure, quitting does. Failure is just a...
Today’s Readings 29Apr2020
Help in the aftermath of TC Harold
The people of Vanuatu were hit hard by Tropical Cyclone Harold. Many people lost buildings, crops and their livelihood. But there are some good news stories too. Like the folk at the Santo Baptist Church who were out and about helping where they could and distributing...
Walking on Water (2)
‘...He walked on the water…to Jesus.’ Matthew 14:29 NKJV When Peter was certain it was Jesus who was calling him, he left the security of the boat and entrusted himself to the power of God. So far, so good. ‘But when he saw the strong wind and the waves, he was...
Today’s Readings 28Apr2020
Walking on Water (1)
‘...He walked on the water…to Jesus.’ Matthew 14:29 NKJV The disciples were out fishing one night when a huge storm struck. About 3 a.m. they were terrified by a figure approaching them on the water. ‘...Immediately Jesus spoke… “Be of good cheer! It is I; do not be...
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