Walking on Water

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.

The Apostles were troubled and scared. They thought that He was a spirit.

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

I think that his response showed the faith that Peter had. Peter’s response indicated that he trusted the Savior. He would be willing to go to the Savior if the Savior called him.

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

Peter began to sink when he became afraid.

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 cried out “Lord, save me.” The word immediately. Jesus immediately stretched forth His hand.

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?

In this verse the principle given is that if you are focused on doing God’s will we will be filled with knowledge and be able to comprehend all things. This relates to Peter walking on the water because he was focused on obeying the Savior. His body was filled with the light and was able to comprehend how to walk on the water. It wasn’t until he doubted that faith and focus that he fell. This can be applied to my life because if I have the faith in my Savior I will be able to handle the storms. As long as I am focused on doing God’s will I will have his light and be able to work towards comprehending all things.