Matthew 14:30
But when he saw the strength of the wind, he was afraid, and beginning to sink, cried out, "Lord, save me!"
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1. What is the meaning of Matthew 14:30?

2. How does Peter's fear in Matthew 14:30 relate to our daily doubts?

3. What can we learn from Peter's cry, "Lord, save me"?

4. How does Matthew 14:30 illustrate the importance of faith over fear?

5. Compare Peter's experience to other biblical figures who faced fear.

6. How can we apply Peter's response to challenges in our own lives?

7. Why did Peter doubt when he saw the wind in Matthew 14:30?

8. How does Matthew 14:30 illustrate the importance of faith over fear?

9. What does Peter's sinking in Matthew 14:30 teach about human weakness?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Matthew 14?

11. Why did Peter walk on water?

12. How did Peter's life experiences shape his character?

13. How do the soul and spirit differ?

14. Why did Peter walk on water?
Discussion Questions
1. How does Peter's experience of walking on water and then sinking relate to your own experiences of faith and doubt?

2. In what ways can you keep your focus on Jesus when facing life's challenges, as Peter was encouraged to do?

3. How does the immediate response of Jesus to Peter's cry for help encourage you in your personal walk with Christ?

4. What are some "winds" or distractions in your life that cause you to doubt, and how can you address them with faith?

5. How can the lessons from this passage be applied to encourage others who are struggling with their faith?1. How does John the Baptist's death impact your understanding of martyrdom for the faith?

2. What does Jesus' reaction to John the Baptist's death teach about handling grief?

3. How does the miracle of feeding the five thousand challenge your faith in God's provision?

4. What lessons about faith and doubt can you learn from Peter walking on water?

5. How would you react if you were one of the disciples in the boat seeing Jesus walking on water?

6. What can you learn about Jesus' character from His response to the crowd following Him?

7. What can you learn from Herod's actions and his fear of John the Baptist?

8. How does Jesus' miracle of feeding the multitude influence your understanding of His compassion?

9. How can the story of Jesus walking on water inspire you during tough times in your life?

10. How does the reaction of the disciples in the boat ("Truly you are the Son of God") resonate with your personal faith journey?

11. How can you practically imitate Jesus' compassion as seen in this chapter?

12. If you were in Peter's position, what do you think your reaction would have been on the water?

13. How can you apply the lesson from Peter's experience when you face doubts in your faith journey?

14. What practical steps can you take to build a faith that trusts God's provision as shown in the feeding of the five thousand?

15. How does Herod's fear and guilt affect your understanding of the consequences of sin?

16. What does the crowd's persistent following of Jesus teach about the human yearning for healing and truth?

17. How does Jesus' time alone in prayer influence your personal prayer life?

18. What does the disciples' fear in the storm reveal about common human reactions to the unknown or supernatural?

19. How does the crowd's reaction to Jesus' healing at Gennesaret inspire your faith in Jesus' power?

20. How can the miracles in this chapter shape your understanding of Jesus' divinity and Messiahship?

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