Daily Archives: 05/13/2026

Scripture of the day (Matthew 14:1-25)

Then was Jesus led up of the Spirit into the wilderness to be tempted of the devil.

And when he had fasted forty days and forty nights, he was afterward an hungred.

And when the tempter came to him, he said, If thou be the Son of God, command that these stones be made bread.

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The Connection Between Faith and Miracles in the Walking on Water Story

Family helping each other climb rocky terrain with large translucent figure of Jesus in sky

The story of Jesus walking on water reveals a powerful connection between faith and miracles. This event was not only a display of the supernatural power of Jesus Christ, but also a lesson about how faith allows believers to trust God in impossible situations. The miracle shows that faith is not simply believing something in the mind. True faith is trusting God enough to obey Him even when circumstances seem frightening and uncertain.

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Why Jesus Said “Do Not Be Afraid”

Jesus standing and teaching a seated group of people outdoors in a rural setting

Throughout the Bible, one of the most repeated commands from God is “Do not be afraid.” Jesus often spoke these words to His disciples because He understood the fears that trouble the human heart. When Jesus walked on water toward His disciples during the storm, He immediately spoke words of comfort and peace to them. His command to not be afraid was more than encouragement. It was a reminder that His presence is greater than every storm, danger, and uncertainty people face in life.

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How Faith Can Sink When Fear Takes Control

Woman standing on a rock outdoors with eyes closed and hands in prayer position

The story of Peter walking on water toward Jesus is one of the clearest examples in the Bible of how fear can weaken faith. Peter experienced a miracle that seemed impossible. For a moment, he walked on the water through the power of Christ. But when fear entered his heart, his faith began to fail and he started sinking beneath the waves. This powerful event teaches believers how dangerous fear can be when it takes control of the mind and heart.

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What It Means to Keep Your Eyes on Jesus in the Middle of Storms

Dark storm clouds with lightning over rough ocean waves and rocky shoreline

The story of Peter walking on water toward Jesus is one of the greatest lessons in the Bible about focus, faith, and trusting God during difficult times. In the middle of a violent storm, Peter experienced both victory and failure within moments. As long as his eyes were fixed on Jesus, he walked above the waves. But when he focused on the storm around him, fear caused him to sink. This miracle teaches believers the importance of keeping their eyes on Christ no matter what storms arise in life.

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