"Seeing by faith"

Matthew 14:22-32

Hurt Road Baptist Church Bro. Frank McCleod Understand that you may _____ in fear. (22-26) a. You have fear of the unknown b. You have fear of failure - In relation to military training, fear helps [the soldier] be even more alert and focused. Understand that you must resolve to act. (28-29) a. Act on God's will as you perceive it to be from God (the Lord "speaking") b. You must act before God can confirm ("He cannot steer a parked car") - Prove that what I'm doing or where I am led is the will of God; look for confirmation. Understand that you must remain on course. (30-31) a. Don't take your eyes off the Lord who bids you to come! - Don't focus on my problems, but instead on Jesus (and He will take care of them). - What are any distractions? Identify them and turn from them. b. The same Jesus who bids you to come protects you c. The same Jesus who protects you will rebuke you Seeing by faith = 20/20 foresight

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