Matthew 14:22-33 - That You May Know

Walking on water isn't just about defying physics—it's about discovering who Jesus truly is. In Matthew 14:22-33, we find the disciples exhausted, rowing against contrary winds for nine hours, stuck halfway across the Sea of Galilee. What's remarkable is that Jesus intentionally put them in this storm. He commanded them into the boat, knowing what awaited them. While they struggled, He prayed for them from the shore, watching their every movement. This reveals a profound truth: sometimes God places us in storms not because of our disobedience, but because of our obedience. The lesson the bread couldn't teach them—that Jesus is the Son of God—required the storm to reveal. When Jesus walked on water and declared 'I AM,' He wasn't just identifying Himself; He was claiming the divine name of God from Exodus. Peter's bold step onto the water demonstrates extraordinary faith, not failure. Yes, he began to sink when he focused on the wind rather than Christ, but he was the only one who got out of the boat. The real miracle isn't just that Jesus calmed the storm—it's that the storm opened their eyes to worship Him as the Son of God. Our storms serve the same purpose: to soften our hardened hearts and help us see that Jesus isn't just our healthcare provider or food source, but our eternal Savior who gets us to our final destination.