IMPACT Recap

Walking When The Waves Are Wild

June 9, 2025 · 1:06:50

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Recap

Pastor Travis Hearn opened by reflecting on the multifaceted nature of faith, describing it as 'wild' because it operates beyond what we can see. He explained that we need faith both *for* things—like our future, finances, and healing—and *to do* things—like starting, forgiving, and obeying God. Using the story of Peter walking on water from Matthew 14, Pastor Travis illustrated how life's storms—represented by waves of worry, fear, sickness, or betrayal—can feel overwhelming. Yet, God calls us to 'walk when the waves are wild,' stepping out in faith even when we are terrified. He shared three directives for responding to God's call. First, we must step out of our 'boat' of comfort simply 'because He said so,' trusting God's word over our understanding, as Peter did when Jesus said 'Come.' Second, we must 'do it scared,' acknowledging that fear doesn't cancel our calling, but comfort does. Courage is moving forward despite fear, as God encouraged Joshua. Third, we must recognize that God's calling is 'sacred,' to be approached with reverence and obedience, as Moses did at the burning bush. Pastor Travis applied this personally, sharing how he stepped out in faith to plant Impact Church 15 years ago despite feeling unqualified, and celebrated Pastors Darrison and Whitney who are now stepping out to plant a church in Miami. He closed by challenging everyone to take their own step of faith, whether it's surrendering to Christ or obeying a specific call, trusting that miracles happen on the other side of obedience.

Main Points

  • Step out in faith simply 'because He said so,' trusting God's word over your feelings or circumstances.
  • Have the courage to 'do it scared,' moving forward in obedience even when you are afraid.
  • Recognize God's calling as sacred and respond with reverence and wholehearted obedience.

Verses Mentioned

  • Matthew 14:24-27 - "Meanwhile, the disciples were in trouble far away from land, for a strong wind had risen, and they were fighting heavy waves. About three in the morning Jesus came toward them walking on the water. When the disciples saw him walking on the water, they were terrified. In their fear, they cried out, 'It’s a ghost!' Jesus spoke to them at once. 'Don’t be afraid,' he said. 'Take courage. I am here!'" (NIV)
  • Matthew 14:28-31 - "'Lord, if it’s really you,' Peter replied, 'tell me to come to you, walking on the water.' 'Yes, come,' Jesus said. So Peter went over the side of the boat and walked on the water toward Jesus. But when he saw the strong wind and the waves, he was terrified and began to sink. 'Save me, Lord!' he shouted. Jesus immediately reached out and grabbed him. 'You have so little faith,' Jesus said. 'Why did you doubt me?'" (NIV)
  • Isaiah 41:10 - "So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand." (NIV)
  • Luke 5:4-6 - "When he had finished speaking, he said to Simon, 'Put out into deep water, and let down the nets for a catch.' Simon answered, 'Master, we’ve worked hard all night and haven’t caught anything. But because you say so, I will let down the nets.' When they had done so, they caught such a large number of fish that their nets began to break." (NIV)
  • Luke 5:10 - "Then Jesus said to Simon, 'Don’t be afraid; from now on you will fish for people.'" (NIV)
  • Joshua 1:6-9 - "'Be strong and courageous, because you will lead these people to inherit the land I swore to their ancestors to give them. Be strong and very courageous. Be careful to obey all the law my servant Moses gave you; do not turn from it to the right or to the left, that you may be successful wherever you go. Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go.'" (NIV)
  • Exodus 3:5 - "'Do not come any closer,' God said. 'Take off your sandals, for the place where you are standing is holy ground.'" (NIV)

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