IMPACT Recap

Wow: Walking On Water

August 1, 2022 · 0:44:22

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Recap

Guest Speaker Scott Williams opened with a joyful welcome and celebration of Impact Church's unique, diverse worship and upcoming live album recording. He framed the message around the second half of the year as a time for new steps of faith. The sermon centered on the miracle of Jesus walking on water from Matthew 14:22-33, using it as a metaphor for stepping out in faith. Pastor Scott taught that to be a 'water walker,' one must follow a four-step process: first, seek God's voice through prayer and solitude, as Jesus did; second, trust God's voice even when it's difficult, taking courage from His presence; third, exit the boat of comfort and fear to take the risky step of obedience; and fourth, pay close attention to Jesus, keeping our focus on Him and not on the surrounding storms. He emphasized that delayed obedience is disobedience and encouraged the congregation to identify areas where they feel they are 'drowning'—such as debt, insecurity, or unhealthy relationships—and to step out in faith to find God's provision. The message concluded with a powerful call to salvation and a reminder that our worship should not change with our circumstances, as we keep our eyes fixed on Jesus, our destination.

Main Points

  • To walk on water in faith, you must first seek God's voice through intentional prayer and solitude.
  • Trusting God's voice requires taking courage and stepping out from fear, understanding that delayed obedience is disobedience.
  • Keeping your focus on Jesus, not your circumstances, is essential to staying above the storms and walking in faith.

Verses Mentioned

  • Matthew 14:22 - "Immediately Jesus made the disciples get into the boat and go on ahead of him to the other side, while he dismissed the crowd." (NIV)
  • Matthew 14:23 - "After he had dismissed them, he went up on a mountainside by himself to pray. Later that night, he was there alone," (NIV)
  • Matthew 14:24 - "and the boat was already a considerable distance from land, buffeted by the waves because the wind was against it." (NIV)
  • Matthew 14:25 - "Shortly before dawn Jesus went out to them, walking on the lake." (NIV)
  • Matthew 14:26 - "When the disciples saw him walking on the lake, they were terrified. “It’s a ghost,” they said, and cried out in fear." (NIV)
  • Matthew 14:27 - "But Jesus immediately said to them: “Take courage! It is I. Don’t be afraid.”" (NIV)
  • Matthew 14:28 - "“Lord, if it’s you,” Peter replied, “tell me to come to you on the water.”" (NIV)
  • Matthew 14:29 - "“Come,” he said. Then Peter got down out of the boat, walked on the water and came toward Jesus." (NIV)
  • Matthew 14:30 - "But when he saw the wind, he was afraid and, beginning to sink, cried out, “Lord, save me!”" (NIV)
  • Matthew 14:31 - "Immediately Jesus reached out his hand and caught him. “You of little faith,” he said, “why did you doubt?”" (NIV)
  • Matthew 14:32 - "And when they climbed into the boat, the wind died down." (NIV)
  • Matthew 14:33 - "Then those who were in the boat worshiped him, saying, “Truly you are the Son of God.”" (NIV)

Daily Action Plan

Monday

Scripture Reflection: Matthew 14:23 (NIV) - 'After he had dismissed them, he went up on a mountainside by himself to pray.'

Focus Point: Seeking God's Voice

Action Plan: Find 10 minutes of solitude today to pray, asking God to speak to you about one area where He wants you to step out in faith.

Deep Prayer: Lord, quiet my heart and help me to hear Your voice clearly today. Show me the first step You have for me.

Tuesday

Scripture Reflection: Matthew 14:27 (NIV) - 'Take courage! It is I. Don’t be afraid.'

Focus Point: Trusting God's Voice

Action Plan: Identify one fear or past hurt that makes it hard for you to trust God. Write it down and consciously choose to release it to Him.

Deep Prayer: Jesus, I choose to take courage in You. I release my fear of [name the fear] and ask You to replace it with trust in Your faithfulness.

Wednesday

Scripture Reflection: Matthew 14:29 (NIV) - '“Come,” he said. Then Peter got down out of the boat...'

Focus Point: Exiting the Boat

Action Plan: Take one concrete, practical step toward the 'boat' God is calling you to exit. This could be a difficult conversation, a first draft, or signing up to serve.

Deep Prayer: God, give me the boldness to exit my comfort zone today. I say 'yes' to Your 'come' and take this first step in obedience.

Thursday

Scripture Reflection: Matthew 14:30 (NIV) - 'But when he saw the wind, he was afraid and, beginning to sink...'

Focus Point: Focusing on Jesus, Not the Storm

Action Plan: When you feel anxious today, pause and verbally declare: 'My eyes are on Jesus, not my situation.' Write this phrase somewhere you will see it.

Deep Prayer: Holy Spirit, when the winds of my circumstances blow, redirect my gaze to Jesus. Help me to focus on my destination, not my distraction.

Friday

Scripture Reflection: Matthew 14:31 (NIV) - 'Immediately Jesus reached out his hand and caught him.'

Focus Point: God's Immediate Rescue

Action Plan: Reflect on a past time when God rescued you. Share that story of His faithfulness with one person today, in person or online.

Deep Prayer: Thank You, Jesus, for Your immediate, saving hand. I worship You for Your constant faithfulness in my life, past and present.

Saturday

Scripture Reflection: Matthew 14:33 (NIV) - 'Then those who were in the boat worshiped him, saying, “Truly you are the Son of God.”'

Focus Point: Worship in Every Season

Action Plan: Spend time in worship today, whether through music, prayer, or nature. Make a list of reasons you know Jesus is the Son of God.

Deep Prayer: God, my worship is not dependent on my circumstances. You are truly the Son of God, and I praise You for who You are.

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