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Jesus Walked on Water (Matthew 14; Mark 6; John 6)

Dear families,

The Texas Giant is a roller coaster that slowly sends riders up 153 feet before dropping them back down at high speeds. At the top of that incline, a sign states, “Wait! Let’s discuss this!” A similar thought might have been on the minds of the other disciples when Peter asked to join Jesus walking on the water!

When the disciples saw Jesus walking on the water, they were terrified. But as soon as Jesus spoke to them in the boat and identified Himself, Peter saw an opportunity. He asked for Jesus to command him to come, stepped out of the boat, and started walking toward Jesus.

Peter wanted to be where Jesus was even if it meant leaving his comfort zone. Peter left the security of the boat and took a risk. God calls us to do the same. He calls us to step into the challenges He sets before us, even when the task seems difficult or even impossible.

This story also shows us that when we step out in faith, challenges are to be expected. The wind was fierce, and the waves were intimidating. And when Peter shifted his focus to the situation around him, he began to sink. The writer of Hebrews tells us to keep our eyes on Jesus as we run the race of life (Hebrews 12:1-2).

Even in Peter’s failing, he discovered the goodness of God. When Peter cried out, “Lord, save me!” Jesus immediately reached out His hand and lifted him up. God’s grace meets us in the middle of our weaknesses. Even when our faith falters, He is faithful, ready to rescue and restore.

Peter shows us that following Christ with boldness will draw us closer to Him. We will experience a deeper relationship with our Savior as we take risks for Him. Each act of obedience, every step taken in faith, brings us closer to Him and gives us courage to face the next challenge.

This week, help the kids in your care look past the distractions and storms of life as they fix their eyes on Jesus as the Savior they need.

Check out The Gospel Project At Home for resources designed to help you lead a family worship experience as well as suggestions for morning and evening prayer times and family activities.


FAMILY TALKING POINTS
STORY POINT
This is the main point to emphasize from today’s Bible story.

• Preschool: Jesus showed He is God by walking on water. 
• Kids: Jesus showed He is God by walking on water.

CHRIST CONNECTION
This is the big idea of how this week’s Bible story points to Jesus.

• Babies & Toddlers: Jesus loves us. When we trust Jesus, we do not have to be afraid.
• Younger Preschool: Jesus showed He is God by walking on water. He loves us and is always with us. When we trust Jesus, we don’t have to be afraid. 
• Older Preschool: Jesus showed He is God by walking on water. He is powerful and loves us. When we trust Jesus, we don’t have to be afraid when hard times come.
• Kids: Jesus showed He is God by walking on water. He has power over everything—wind, waves, and even fear. Jesus is the Son of God who cares for us and is always with us. When we trust Jesus, we don’t need to be afraid.

BIG PICTURE QUESTION & ANSWER
This is an important biblical truth that your child will encounter each week of this unit. 

• Younger Preschool: How can we be saved? We are only saved by trusting in Jesus.
• Older Preschool: How can we be saved? We are only saved by trusting in Jesus.
• Kids: Why do we need to be born again? Because of sin we are spiritually dead, but Jesus came to give us new life.

KEY PASSAGE
This is a Bible verse that relates to what your child will encounter each week of this unit. 

• Babies & Toddlers: Jesus said, “I am the promise of life forever. Believe in me, and you will live.” John 11:25
• Younger Preschool: Jesus said, I am the resurrection and the life. The one who believes in me will live. John 11:25 
• Older Preschool: Jesus said, “I am the resurrection and the life. The one who believes in me, even if he dies, will live.” John 11:25
• Kids: Jesus said to her, “I am the resurrection and the life. The one who believes in me, even if he dies, will live.” John 11:25

** Next week: Jesus Healed a Child and a Man (Matthew 15; Mark 7)

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