Walking on Water

In Matthew 14:22-33 we read about Jesus walking on the water to the ship his disciples were on. When Jesus apostles first saw the Savior walking in the water they were afraid and thought he was a spirit. Peter’s response was a test of his faith Christ. He had outwardly proclaimed to believe Jesus was the Son of God but now he was asking for a sign. We do not believe in seeking signs to justify our faith but Christ permitted him to come across the water to him. As Peter began to sink he called out to his Lord for help, and help he received. But as we know it was only when we was sinking, when he began to FEAR, that he called out. Sometimes we are so blind to faith that we forget our God until that last moment when we really need help. Had Peter not feared, not given up on his faith, he could have made it to Christ upon the water.



For further insight on this principle of applying faith we can read in the Doctrine and Covenants section 88 verse 67. “And if your eye be single, to my glory, your whole bodies shall be filled with light, and there shall be no darkness in you; and that body which is filled with light comprehendeth all things.”

Peter applied this type of faith his life and that is what allowed him to walk on water. Doubting, he did not make it all the way. But if we can have faith, with an eye single to the purpose of the Lord, he will reveal ALL things to us. The word single in this scripture is important. It refers to our motivations and dedication to the Gospel of Jesus Christ. His glory will not be given to those who seek to use it for evil purposes. We must seek for His glory, not our own. The knowledge of God is all encompassing. He can show us truth, and light. As we have all learned in science the color white is really the encompassing of all colors. White light is considered to possess all earthly color. Therefore symbolically speaking, if we are full of the light of the spirit, we have been filled with all knowledge.