The Unshakable, Unstoppable, All Powerful JESUS TEXT: Matthew 14: 22-33 THESIS: “Jesus Christ is the same yesterday, today and forever.” Hebrews 13:8 I. Peter did not see the wind and the waves at first. A. The waves were boisterous. B. Peter’s total amazement of Jesus was greater than his fear of the waves. C. Jesus’ presence and power overshadowed the clear and present danger that surrounded Him. D. Peter relied on the words of Jesus when the visibility was poor. II. Peter teaches us that we must keep our eyes on Jesus continuously. A. We must make an extra effort to stay focused during the bad times. B. Our devotion to Jesus must even be greater than our devotion to service or cause. 1. Be aware ~ “Political Christians” 2. Be aware ~ “Those in full-time ministry” 3. Be aware ~ “Those active in church work” 4. Be aware ~ “Those who are proned to causes” C. Jesus teaches this lesson to Peter once again prior to His ascension. Jesus asked Peter, “…do you love me? …tend my sheep.” John 21: 16 EVENING SERVICE III. Peter’s faith needed to be stronger in Jesus than in his own abilities. A. We can’t always control our environment, situations, or the people around us but we can always trust in Jesus. “Jesus Christ is the same yesterday, today and forever.” Hebrews 13: 8 | 