Jesus walked on water to demons/”>demonstrate His divine authority, strengthen the disciples’ faith, and reveal His identity as the Son of God. This event is recorded in Matthew 14:22–33, Mark 6:45–52, and John 6:16–21.
After feeding the five thousand, Jesus sent His disciples ahead by boat while He went up the mountain to pray. Later that night, the disciples were struggling against the wind when Jesus came to them:
“Now in the fourth watch of the night Jesus went to them, walking on the sea.” (Matthew 14:25)
The disciples were afraid, thinking they saw a ghost, but Jesus immediately comforted them:
“Be of good cheer! It is I; do not be afraid.” (Matthew 14:27)
In Greek, “It is I” is Ego eimi, the same phrase used by God in the Old Testament to declare His name. Jesus was showing that He is the great I AM, divine and Lord over all creation.
Peter then asked to come to Jesus on the water, and Jesus invited him. Peter walked briefly but began to sink when he doubted:
“Lord, save me!” (Matthew 14:30)
Jesus caught him and said:
“O you of little faith, why did you doubt?” (Matthew 14:31)
When Jesus got into the boat, the wind ceased, and the disciples worshiped Him:
“Truly You are the Son of God.” (Matthew 14:33)
This miracle revealed that Jesus has power over nature and that He is present with His followers in the midst of fear and adversity. It was a faith-building moment that pointed to His divine identity and His care for those who trust in Him.
The lesson is clear: faith keeps us above the storm when our eyes are on Christ. Doubt causes us to sink, but Jesus is always ready to reach out and save.
