Walking on the Sea (Matthew 14:22–33)

1.   Review Matthew 14:22–33. Identify in writing what the reaction of the Apostles was when they first saw the Savior walking on the water toward them.

I believe that the Apostles reaction was at first fear for the unreal miracle of the Savior walking on the sea, and then just amazement.

2.   What did Peter’s response indicate about him?

I think it shows Peter wanting to go and be like the Savior. It shows that he also had a lot of faith in Christ.

3.   According to Matthew 14:30, why did Peter begin to sink?

I think Peter had become afraid and lost faith in Christ.

4.   What did Peter do when he began to sink? What word in the verses describes the expediency or the timing when Jesus responded to Peter’s request?

Peter called for the Lord to save him when he began to sink. The word in the verses describes the expediency or the timing when Jesus responded to Peter’s request would be immediately. Jesus doesn't wait a moment after Peter asks for the Lord’s help. This shows how fast the Lord will respond to our cries for help.

5.   Read Doctrine and Covenants 88:67. Write a paragraph describing what principle from this verse relates to what Peter did to successfully walk on the water. How can this same principle be applied to your life to assist you in walking over the storms of life?

The principle that relates to Peter successfully walking on water in Doctrine and Covenants 88:67 would be having his mindset only on the Lord and bringing to pass His glory. Now I’m nothing like Peter. I haven’t walked on water, or preached with Jesus Christ, or brought so many unto Christ. I know that I do want to serve Jesus Christ and “… be single to (His) (glory Doctrine and Covenants 88:67).”  Through the struggling times of life I forget about that important principle. I tend to think of myself and no one else. This week I will try to serve others when I am going through tough times. I know if I do “(my) whole body shall be filled with light, and there shall be no darkness in you; and that body which is filled with light comprehendeth all things (Doctrine and Covenants 88:67).”