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Jesus Walks on Water
22Immediately Jesus made the disciples get into the boat and go on ahead of Him to the other side, while He dismissed the crowds.23After He had sent them away, He went up on the mountain by Himself to pray. When evening came, He was there alone, 24but the boat was already far from land, buffeted by the waves because the wind was against it.
Sermons
A.W. Tozer
David Wilkerson
T. Austin-Sparks
Art Katz
Denny Kenaston
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Commentary
- John Gill
- Tyndale
John Gill Bible Commentary
But the ship was now in the midst of the sea,.... That is, the ship in which the disciples were put into, to go on the other side, had by this time got into the midst of the sea: the Syriac and Persic versions say, it was "many furlongs from land"; and the Arabic expressly says, "about twenty five furlongs": which account seems to be taken from Joh 6:19 but this was not all, it was not only at such a distance from land, but was tossed with waves: up and down, and in danger of being overset, and the passengers lost: for the wind was against them; which beat the waves with such violence against them, that they were in the utmost danger of their lives, and not able to get forward; and what was worst of all, and most discouraging to the disciples, Christ was not with them. The ship in which the disciples were, was an emblem of the church of Christ, and of its state and condition in this world: this world is like a sea, for its largeness, and the abundance of nations and people in it, compared to many waters, Rev 17:15 and for the tumultuousness of its inhabitants; the wicked being like a troubled sea, which cannot rest, continually casting up the mire and dirt of sin, to the dishonour of God, and the grief of his people; and for its fickleness and inconstancy, changes and war being continually in it: now the church of Christ is like a ship in this troublesome sea; where the true disciples and followers of Christ are selected together; and are preserved from the pollutions of the world, and from the danger to which the men of it are exposed, being in their sins, and liable to the wrath and curse of God, and eternal damnation; which, they that are in Christ, and members of his body, are secure from; the port or haven to which they are bound, is heaven and eternal happiness; their's and Christ's Father's house, where are many mansions provided for them; and where they long to be, and hope, and believe, ere long they shall arrive unto; and hope is as an anchor of their soul, sure and steadfast: but in the mean while, whilst they are sailing through the sea of this world, they are often, as the church of old, tossed with tempests, and not comforted, Isa 55:11 with the tempests of Satan's temptations, the storms of the world's persecutions, and with the winds of error and false doctrine; and then is it most uncomfortable to them, when Christ is not with them, which was the case of the disciples here.
Matthew 14:23
Jesus Walks on Water
22Immediately Jesus made the disciples get into the boat and go on ahead of Him to the other side, while He dismissed the crowds.23After He had sent them away, He went up on the mountain by Himself to pray. When evening came, He was there alone, 24but the boat was already far from land, buffeted by the waves because the wind was against it.
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(John - Part 26): Jesus Walking on Water
By A.W. Tozer4.4K56:22ExpositionalPSA 46:10MAT 14:23MRK 1:35LUK 5:161TH 5:17JAS 4:81PE 5:7In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes that according to the Bible, human society is lost and under divine sentence. He highlights the powerful influence and magnetic attraction that society has over individuals. The preacher also mentions the need for believers to frequently retire from society in order to break its hold on their lives and to come back as masters, not slaves. The sermon emphasizes the importance of conversion and being born again in Christ Jesus to overcome the corrupting power of society.
Praying in the Closet
By David Wilkerson2.8K48:40PSA 55:17JER 3:15JOL 2:17ZEC 12:10MAT 6:6MAT 14:231TH 5:17HEB 4:16JAS 5:161PE 5:7This sermon emphasizes the importance of praying in the secret place, highlighting the need for individual, intimate prayer with God. It addresses the current darkness and uncertainty in the world, urging the church to seek God in prayer amidst crisis and hopelessness. The speaker encourages believers to find their secret place with God for renewal, comfort, and seeking His face in the midst of personal and global challenges.
Spiritual Ascendancy
By T. Austin-Sparks2.0K31:29AscendancyPSA 84:6PSA 125:1MAT 5:1MAT 14:23MAT 15:29MAT 17:1MAT 26:30MAT 28:16In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of having a great vision in our lives. He highlights how we often narrow down our perspectives and lose sight of God's purpose and intention. The natural cause in the world is downward, but Jesus is a contradiction to that, as his presence lifts and reverses the natural trend. The speaker encourages listeners to preserve their high place of communion with God and to seek an enlargement of vision, as our current vision of God, hope, purpose, and salvation may be too small.
Exploring True Faith (2 of 2)
By Art Katz1.5K55:52True FaithPSA 103:14MAT 11:28MAT 14:23MAT 25:21MRK 1:35EPH 3:10HEB 4:15In this sermon, the preacher discusses a confrontation between two realities: the reality of Satan, the false usurper, and the reality of God. This showdown has been ongoing since the beginning of time and will culminate in a final conflict at the end of the age. The preacher emphasizes the importance of watching and fasting, as these practices deny the desires of the flesh and align us with God's will. The sermon also highlights the need to recognize that God's reality is true and powerful, even though it may seem invisible compared to the false values and illusions of the world.
(Youth and the Fires of Devotion) the Fire of His Glory
By Denny Kenaston1.4K46:35DevotionPSA 46:10PSA 119:11MAT 6:33MAT 14:23MRK 1:35LUK 5:16JAS 4:8In this sermon, Brother Denny from Charity Ministries encourages listeners to prioritize their spiritual growth and devotion to God. He outlines a daily routine that includes prayer, Bible reading, memorization, meditation, and listening to sermons. He emphasizes the importance of developing a personal relationship with God and experiencing His presence and guidance. Brother Denny also encourages individuals to journal their thoughts and reflections and to make their own personalized routine for spiritual growth.
As We Are One (Compilation)
By Compilations1.1K05:10CompilationMAT 14:23LUK 19:40JHN 17:20ACT 7:59ACT 13:1ACT 17:6HEB 11:37In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the sacrifices made by early believers who were sent forth by the Holy Ghost. These believers faced persecution, imprisonment, and even death for their faith. The preacher reminds the audience that they are being watched by a cloud of invisible witnesses, who are waiting to see if they will be satisfied with the status quo or if they will strive for a deeper spiritual experience. The preacher also emphasizes the importance of unity within the church, highlighting the diversity of the early believers and emphasizing that the true church is not limited to a specific social or economic group.
Prayer (Compilation)
By Compilations1.0K07:16CompilationMAT 6:33MAT 14:23LUK 5:16LUK 6:12LUK 18:1JHN 4:34In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of prayer in the life of Jesus Christ. He highlights how Jesus would often slip away to the wilderness to pray, showing his deep desire to be in communion with God. The speaker emphasizes that a person's prayer life reveals more about their relationship with God than their preaching does. Jesus taught about prayer, emphasizing the need to pray at all times and not lose heart. The speaker encourages listeners to examine their own prayer lives and strive to be like Jesus, who was a man of prayer.
The Morning Watch
By Jim Cymbala86732:06PrayerPSA 5:1MAT 6:33MAT 14:23MRK 1:35MRK 6:46LUK 5:16LUK 11:1In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of daily communication with God. He compares it to forming a habit, where one act repeated over and over becomes a habit. The speaker shares personal anecdotes, such as being yelled at by a coach to look up while dribbling a basketball, to illustrate the need to be aware of our surroundings. He also mentions the importance of drawing a line in the sand and putting our faith in Jesus for salvation. The speaker highlights the promise of peace and guidance from God for his children.
The Need for Solitude
By A.W. Tozer0Spiritual RenewalSolitude1KI 19:11PSA 4:4PSA 46:10ISA 30:15MAT 6:6MAT 14:23MRK 1:35LUK 5:16JHN 15:4PHP 4:7A.W. Tozer emphasizes the critical need for solitude in a world filled with distractions that hinder our devotional life. He reflects on how modern civilization complicates our ability to retreat and renew our spirits, contrasting it with the quiet times of the past. Tozer laments that while technology offers comfort, it also threatens our inner peace and connection with God. He urges listeners to seek moments of solitude to commune with their hearts and find strength amidst the chaos. The sermon concludes with a prayer for the ability to escape the noise and find time for reflection.
The Secret Closet
By David Wilkerson0PrayerIntimacy With GodPSA 91:1JER 29:12MAT 6:6MAT 14:23MAT 26:36MRK 1:35LUK 5:16PHP 4:61TH 5:17JAS 5:16David Wilkerson emphasizes the significance of having a 'secret closet' for prayer, a private space where one can connect deeply with God away from distractions. He explains that while we often find ourselves praying in various places due to life's demands, true intimacy with God requires a dedicated, quiet space, just as Jesus demonstrated by retreating to solitary places for prayer. Wilkerson challenges the excuses we make for not having a secret place, reminding us that if we truly love God, we will prioritize time alone with Him. He highlights that this practice is not about legalism but about nurturing a loving relationship with God, who desires to replenish us with His resources. Ultimately, the secret closet is where we can experience God's goodness and guidance in our lives.
When to Pray
By R.A. Torrey0Timing in PrayerThe Importance of PrayerMAT 14:23MRK 1:35LUK 5:15LUK 6:12R.A. Torrey emphasizes the significance of timing in prayer, drawing from Jesus' example of praying early in the morning, all night, before and after significant events, during busy times, and before facing temptations. He highlights that the early morning is ideal for prayer as it allows for focus and sanctifies the day ahead. Torrey encourages believers to prepare for life's crises through dedicated prayer and to maintain a constant communion with God, especially during busy periods. He warns against neglecting prayer after achievements, as it can lead to pride and loss of power. Ultimately, Torrey calls for a life of continuous prayer, reflecting Jesus' model.
Alone With God
By A.W. Tozer0Spiritual PreparationSolitudeEXO 14:14PSA 46:10PSA 62:1ISA 30:15MAT 6:6MAT 14:23MRK 1:35LUK 5:16JHN 6:3JAS 4:8A.W. Tozer emphasizes the necessity of solitude with God, illustrating how Jesus withdrew to a mountainside to be alone with His disciples before performing miracles. He argues that true spiritual learning often requires moments of silence and inactivity, away from the distractions of others. Tozer suggests that our religious activities should be preceded by a time of aloneness to be spiritually charged and prepared for action. He highlights that Jesus was ready for the people because He had taken the time to meditate and connect with God. The sermon encourages believers to seek quiet moments with God to be filled with His Spirit before engaging with the world.
Healing Silence
By A.W. Tozer0SilenceSolitude1KI 19:12PSA 46:10PSA 62:1ISA 30:15HAB 2:20MAT 6:6MAT 14:23MRK 6:46LUK 5:16JHN 10:27A.W. Tozer emphasizes the profound importance of silence and solitude in our spiritual lives, drawing on the example of Jesus who often withdrew to pray in silence. He critiques the modern evangelical tendency to fill life with noise, which reflects immaturity and a lack of understanding of the healing power of quietness before God. Tozer urges believers to seek the discipline of solitude, allowing their souls to be refreshed and renewed in the presence of the Father. He calls for a commitment to mastering this practice, regardless of life's busyness, to truly experience God's presence.
The Spirit in Prayer
By Dougan Clark0MAT 14:23MAT 18:19MRK 11:24JHN 14:13JHN 15:7ROM 8:26PHP 4:61TH 5:17JAS 5:161JN 5:14Dougan Clark emphasizes the importance of prayer as a universal duty, highlighting how Jesus and other biblical figures were men of prayer. He delves into the mystery of prayer, explaining that it aligns our will with God's and emphasizes the need for faith and praying according to God's will. Clark discusses the conditions for answered prayer, including faith, alignment with God's will, and the intercessory work of the Holy Spirit. He shares examples of prayers for healing, deliverance from sin, and even changes in personal habits being answered through faith. Clark concludes by stressing the power of united prayer and the significance of praying in the name of Jesus.
- John Gill
- Tyndale
John Gill Bible Commentary
But the ship was now in the midst of the sea,.... That is, the ship in which the disciples were put into, to go on the other side, had by this time got into the midst of the sea: the Syriac and Persic versions say, it was "many furlongs from land"; and the Arabic expressly says, "about twenty five furlongs": which account seems to be taken from Joh 6:19 but this was not all, it was not only at such a distance from land, but was tossed with waves: up and down, and in danger of being overset, and the passengers lost: for the wind was against them; which beat the waves with such violence against them, that they were in the utmost danger of their lives, and not able to get forward; and what was worst of all, and most discouraging to the disciples, Christ was not with them. The ship in which the disciples were, was an emblem of the church of Christ, and of its state and condition in this world: this world is like a sea, for its largeness, and the abundance of nations and people in it, compared to many waters, Rev 17:15 and for the tumultuousness of its inhabitants; the wicked being like a troubled sea, which cannot rest, continually casting up the mire and dirt of sin, to the dishonour of God, and the grief of his people; and for its fickleness and inconstancy, changes and war being continually in it: now the church of Christ is like a ship in this troublesome sea; where the true disciples and followers of Christ are selected together; and are preserved from the pollutions of the world, and from the danger to which the men of it are exposed, being in their sins, and liable to the wrath and curse of God, and eternal damnation; which, they that are in Christ, and members of his body, are secure from; the port or haven to which they are bound, is heaven and eternal happiness; their's and Christ's Father's house, where are many mansions provided for them; and where they long to be, and hope, and believe, ere long they shall arrive unto; and hope is as an anchor of their soul, sure and steadfast: but in the mean while, whilst they are sailing through the sea of this world, they are often, as the church of old, tossed with tempests, and not comforted, Isa 55:11 with the tempests of Satan's temptations, the storms of the world's persecutions, and with the winds of error and false doctrine; and then is it most uncomfortable to them, when Christ is not with them, which was the case of the disciples here.