Wonder Working Jesus | Walking on Water

New Point Church30mMay 14, 2026

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This sermon from New Point Church explores the biblical story of Peter walking on water as a powerful metaphor for faith in action. The speaker reflects on how Peter's decision to step out of the boat—despite fear and uncertainty—demonstrates true faith, which is not the absence of fear but a deliberate choice to follow Jesus even when it's uncomfortable. The sermon contrasts the safety of the boat (symbolizing comfort, control, and predictability) with the risk and vulnerability of stepping into God's calling. Through stories of real people like Mike and Dina Van Holt, who moved to China in faith, and the speaker’s own journey to become a foster parent, the message emphasizes that ordinary people can do extraordinary things when they trust God. The sermon also highlights that even when we falter—like Peter sinking when he focused on the storm—Jesus is always ready to rescue us. The key takeaway is that faith is not about perfection but willingness: God doesn’t call the qualified, He qualifies the called. The message concludes with a challenge to identify our personal 'boats' and take one small step of faith, trusting that Jesus is faithful and will meet us wherever He calls us.

Key Takeaways
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Faith is not the absence of fear, but the decision to move forward in obedience despite it.

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The boat represents comfort, control, and safety—but the safest place is wherever Jesus is.

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God calls ordinary people to do extraordinary things; He doesn’t need the qualified, He makes the called qualified.

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When we focus on our problems instead of Jesus, we begin to sink—even if we started strong.

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Jesus rescues us immediately when we cry out, 'Lord, save me,' and He values willing faith over perfect faith.

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5 min

The Miracle of Peter Walking on Water

You of little faith, he said, why did you doubt?

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The Boat as a Symbol of Comfort

The speaker unpacks the metaphor of the boat as representing comfort, control, and safety. He argues that while these are natural desires, they can become barriers to spiritual growth and obedience when they prevent us from responding to God’s call.

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Faith as Action, Not Just Belief

There's a difference between belief and faith. It's easier just to say I believe than it is to act in faith.

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10 min

Real-Life Examples of Stepping Out in Faith

God doesn't call the qualified, he qualifies the called.

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When We Sink: Jesus Is Always There to Rescue

Jesus is not looking for perfect faith. He is just looking for willing faith.

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High-Impact Quotes
God doesn't call the qualified, he qualifies the called.
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The safest place is not the most comfortable place. The safest place is wherever Jesus is.
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There's a difference between belief and faith. It's easier just to say I believe than it is to act in faith.
Speaker8:00
Viral: 88.0
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Topics Discussed
Faith and Fear95%Stepping Out of Comfort90%Living by Faith88%God's Calling and Obedience85%Divine Rescue and Grace82%The Power of Small Acts80%Spiritual Growth Through Risk78%Personal Testimony and Discipleship75%
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Peter

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Mike Van Holt

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Dina Van Holt

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Charles Blondin

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Selene

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Hebrews 11

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New Point Church

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Noah

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