#soap # Matthew 14 ## Title: I Am Here ## Scripture: (Matthew 14:27) But immediately Jesus spoke to them: “Have courage! It is I. Do not be afraid.” (NET) ## Observation: I recently heard a statement that says, “Confidence comes from competence.” There is a lot of truth in this. If you want real confidence, go out and gather data to back up your claim by learning and growing. Find evidence to back up what you want to proclaim. The disciples had walked with Jesus. Even though they were astonished to see Jesus walking on water, He was the only one who could have been expected to do such a thing. The Source of our confidence is that the only God is here with us. He does not always keep us out of danger, but He walks with us into each of them. Therefore, our confidence in any storm does not come from our own ability. It comes from the “data we have collected.” We have witnessed the Lord overcome time and time again. He is here and He brings His glory with Him. All is well. ## Application: Remind yourself throughout your day that the Lord is with you. ## Prayer: Thank You, Jesus, for being with us in all things.