Act according to His Word
The 5 Verbs of Learning: Risk
“Lord, if it’s you,” Peter replied, “tell me to come to you on the water.”
“Come,” he said.
Then Peter got down out of the boat, walked on the water and came toward Jesus. But when he saw the wind, he was afraid and, beginning to sink, cried out, “Lord, save me!”
Matthew 14:28-30
What does the verb ‘risk‘ mean to you? For some, risk is something to control or minimize but God’s Kingdom seems to thrive on risk. He told his disciples to feed 5000 people when they didn’t have a clue as to what to do. He sent them out to heal and cast out demons. He watched as four friends took off the roof tiles and lowered a paralyzed man into his presence to be healed. He told the rich and important they should become like children. He applauded the poor woman for offering her entire savings. He said he would tear down the temple and rebuild it in 3 days. He invited Peter to step out of the boat and walk on the water. I think he enjoyed these situations of pushing thinking beyond their limit. He seemed deliberately provocative especially in the face of traditions and expectations. I am not used to living this kind of rambunctious risk where we have no idea of the outcomes until we try it. Risk is like a muscle that grows stronger the more you use it.
For Reflection:
- How are you being challenged to risk more?
- What impossible things do you feel the Lord is asking you to do?
Make Life Count:
- What is the first step in what God is asking you to do? Take action this week.
- Tell us a story where you took a big risk. How did it turn out?
Thirsty for More?
- Watch the Leader and Coach classes for the week.
Valuing risk…
