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Jesus walks on water

Jesus Walks on Water: Stepping Out in Faith

Matthew 14:22–33 recounts the miraculous event where Jesus walks on water, demonstrating his divine power and faith. Fear says stay in the boat. Faith says step into the impossible. When Jesus walks on water, He invites Peter—and us—to trust Him when life is stormy, uncertain, and full of doubt. This moment is not just about miracles, […]

Jesus was rejected in His hometown

When Jesus Was Rejected in His Hometown

Matthew 13:53–58 describes a profound moment when Jesus was rejected in His own hometown, shedding light on the challenges He faced. Rejection hurts—especially when it comes from the people who know you best. Jesus Himself experienced this pain in a profoundly personal way. And it happened in His own hometown. When the people who watched […]