JOHN 6:16-21
THE PRESENCE & POWER OF JESUS
Application Guide
READ THE TEXT
JOHN 6:16-21
16 When evening came, his disciples went down to the sea, 17 got into a boat, and started across the sea to Capernaum. Darkness had already set in, but Jesus had not yet come to them. 18 A high wind arose, and the sea began to churn. 19 After they had rowed about three or four miles, they saw Jesus walking on the sea. He was coming near the boat, and they were afraid. 20 But he said to them, “It is I. Don’t be afraid.” 21 Then they were willing to take him on board, and at once the boat was at the shore where they were heading.
APPLICATION QUESTIONS
In general, was there anything that stood out to you from the sermon or the reading of the text? Was there anything you were encouraged or confused by?
When Jesus showed up in the midst of the storm, He told the disciples they didn’t have to be afraid any more. Discuss how this command from Jesus was tied to His character.
Where the Scriptures tell us not to fear, they also remind us of God’s power and presence. What does this mean for us and why is it important to remember?
Share about a time recently where Jesus has showed up in your life and calmed a storm for you.
What is the ultimate storm that we all need saving from? Why is this important to remember when we’re going through other storms in our lives?
How can we know that Jesus is present and powerful, even when it doesn’t feel like it? And how does community play an important part in reminding us of this truth?
How was the gospel and the work of Jesus magnified through the text or sermon?
Is there anything the Spirit is calling you to obey as an individual or as a group?