Sunday PM
Teachers
Lesson Summary
During the Sunday PM class on June 15, 2025, the teacher opened with a light‑hearted illustration about cosmetic “miracle” products before declaring that true transformation comes through a ‘faith lift.’ He guided the class through Matthew chapter 14, verses 22 through 33, describing how Jesus, after hearing of John the Baptist’s death, withdrew to pray, while the crowds followed and the disciples faced a storm on the Sea of Galilee. When Jesus walked on the water, the disciples were terrified, but He reassured them, inviting Peter to come. Peter stepped out of the boat, walked on the water, and then began to sink when he turned his focus to the wind and waves, prompting him to cry out for rescue. The teacher used this narrative to illustrate that keeping our eyes on Christ sustains our faith, while doubt and distraction cause us to falter. The lesson emphasized that, like Peter, believers must summon courage to step out of familiar comfort zones and maintain unwavering focus on Jesus amid life’s storms. Practical applications were offered for daily “faith lifting,” encouraging the congregation to trust in Christ’s presence, call on Him in moments of fear, and worship Him as the Son of God. The class concluded with a call to grow together at Linder Road Church of Christ in Meridian, Idaho.