What’s in a name?

Genesis 1:1 and 2, and Luke 8:22-25

Digging Deeper

What stood out to you most in this message?

What does it take for us to feel at peace in the world? Why is our peace so easily shaken?

Genesis 1:2 uses two different words for water, tehom, the deep ocean waters, and mayim, waters that we encounter on land, especially sweet water. How have you experienced God’s provision or deliverance beyond your understanding or capability?How have you been transformed by your experience of God’s faithfulness?

Read Luke 8:22-25. In what ways are you tempted to lose sight of Jesus when you encounter obstacles and crises as you are following Jesus? Why do we so easily lose sight of him?

Read Philippians 4:6-7. What role does a thankful heart play in our prayers? What are we thankful for that helps us experience God’s peace?