Bible Trivia Question
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Which disciple tried to walk on water, as Jesus was doing?
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Click to reveal the answerThe answer is: Peter
Matt 14:29
Peter's attempt to walk on water is one of the more exciting episodes in the New Testament. Picture this: there are the disciples, scared out of their wits during a bad storm, and there’s Jesus casually strolling on top of the waves. When Peter spots him, overcome with amazement and raw faith, he shouts out, “Lord, if it’s you, tell me to come to you on the water.” What happens next is iconic! Peter takes the plunge—literally!
Now, while Peter walks for a bit, it all goes sideways when the winds pick up and doubt creeps in. He starts sinking, calling out for Jesus to save him. This little tale packs a punch as it dives deep into themes of faith, fear, and human frailty. It serves as a reminder that even the boldest among us—like Peter, often seen as the strongman of faith—can stumble when the tides of life get choppy.
Isn’t it intriguing to note that walking on water is not just absent in the context of early discipleship? It echoes stories from ancient mythologies, where figures are given power over nature as signs of divine favor. Within this narrative, we're invited to reflect on the balance between faith and fear, and how even rough waters require the hand of support, bringing closer connections among us all. It's all about those perfect leaps of trust, isn’t it?
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