Study Guide

Section 1: Introduction to the Supernatural Life

• Summary: The speaker begins by emphasizing the need for Christians to embrace a supernatural life, inspired by the story of Peter walking on water (Matthew 14).
• Main Points:
  • The supernatural life is a calling from God.
  • The importance of motivation in pursuing the supernatural, more than just functional aspects.
  • Reference to 1 Corinthians 13 highlighting love as the ultimate motivation.

Section 2: The Essence of Faith

• Summary: Faith’s role in accessing the supernatural is discussed, underscoring that God responds to faith, not need.
• Main Points:
  • God responds to our faith in His Word (Jeremiah 1:12).
  • The necessity of believing and walking according to God’s Word for Him to perform it.

Section 3: The Journey of Peter

• Summary: The story of Peter stepping out of the boat (Matthew 14:27-29) is used to illustrate stepping into the supernatural.
• Main Points:
  • Peter’s step out of the boat symbolizes moving to a higher spiritual level.
  • The concept that true promotion in God’s kingdom might mean stepping out, not necessarily stepping up.

Section 4: Embracing Servitude and Humility

• Summary: Highlights the importance of servitude and humility in Christian ministry.
• Main Points:
  • The most effective ministers and believers are those who serve others.
  • God’s promotion often looks different from worldly promotion.

Section 5: Pursuing God Above All

• Summary: Stresses the importance of seeking God’s presence over His miracles.
• Main Points:
  • The necessity of longing for God Himself, not just the things He can do.
  • Biblical examples (Exodus 33:13-17) demonstrating the significance of God’s presence over His blessings.

Section 6: The Power of Worship and Identity

• Summary: Explores the power of worship and understanding one’s identity in Christ.
• Main Points:
  • Believers are created for worship and it’s a fundamental part of their identity.
  • Worship is not about circumstances or external factors but about a genuine connection with God.

Section 7: Walking Through Storms

• Summary: Discusses navigating life’s challenges and trusting God’s timing.
• Main Points:
  • The story of Peter walking on water during a storm as a metaphor for facing life’s challenges with faith.
  • Encouragement to trust God’s timing and plan, regardless of immediate circumstances.

Section 8: Surrender and Trust

• Summary: Concludes with a call to surrender one’s plans to God and trust in His direction.
• Main Points:
  • Letting go of personal timelines and fully trusting in God’s plan.
  • The importance of not being swayed by temporary failures but keeping faith in God’s promises.

Scriptures Referenced:

• Matthew 14:27-29
• 1 Corinthians 13
• Jeremiah 1:12
• Exodus 33:13-17