Thursday, January 31 - Matthew 14

Thursday, January 31  -  Matthew 14

 

You can read the text here:   http://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Matthew%2014&version=NIV1984

 

14:1-12            Anger and resentment will sometimes take people to extreme places.   Herodias hated John for pointing out her sin.  She takes extreme measures to get retribution.   Have you ever been so angry with someone that you wanted revenge?  How did it consume your spirit?

 

Herod makes a foolish oath to give Herodias’ daughter anything?  Have you ever promised something foolish?   How did it affect you?

 

14:13-21    This miracle is recorded in all four Gospels.  Why do you think this is such a significant moment in the eyes of the disciples?  What does it say about God’s ability to provide even in the hardest circumstances?  How might it have strengthened the disciples faith for the journey ahead?

 

 

14:22-32          At what point does Peter (whose name literally means “rock”)  begin to sink (like a “rock”)?   Think back on a time when you took your eyes off Jesus and began to sink?  How did Jesus bring rescue to you?

 

 

14:35-36     What does the behavior of the people reveal about their belief in Jesus?  What does it say about Jesus’ power?