Walking On Waves | Waiting on a Miracle | Pastor Steve Andres

Walking On Waves | Waiting on a Miracle | Pastor Steve Andres

From New City Church by New City Church

March 1, 2026 · 35 min

About this episode

Pastor Steve Andres discusses the importance of trusting God's timing and presence during difficult times.

Are you working hard but getting nowhere? This weekend Pastor Steve Andres continued our WAITING ON A MIRACLE series with a message about God’s redeeming presence. John 6:18-20 Soon a gale swept down upon the boat, and the sea grew very rough. The disciples had rowed three or four miles when suddenly they saw Jesus walking on the water toward the boat. They were terrified, but he called out to them, “Don’t be afraid. I am here!” This story takes place immediately after Jesus had multiplied bread on the mountain. Even the miracle of God’s provision didn’t stop the storm from coming. What can we learn from this story? 1) Trusting God means operating on his schedule. When Jesus kept his disciples waiting, they decided to cross the water on their own. Many people find themselves in a storm because they weren’t willing to operate in God’s way or on his timetable. 2) It’s better to wait for Jesus than to row harder. Trying to live our lives or serve the Lord in our own strength is like rowing against the wind. How do we know whether we are working in our own power? Check your prayer life. Prayer is the difference between the best that I can do and the best that God can do. No one is…

People in this episode

Host: Steve Andres

Topics covered

  • waiting on a miracle
  • trusting God
  • prayer
  • God's presence

Keywords

  • miracle
  • redeeming presence
  • disciples
  • storm
  • prayer life

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Books & works: WAITING ON A MIRACLE

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