Disrupted For Protection

Have you ever looked at a storm in your life and thought, “God… why would You send me here?” Sometimes disruption isn’t just something we stumble into—it’s something God allows, and even uses, to reveal what’s really happening in us and to grow us into who He’s called us to be. In this closing message from our Disruption series, Pastor Bill takes us to Matthew 14—right after the feeding of the 5,000—where Jesus sends the disciples into a storm. While they’re battling waves and wind, Jesus is on the mountain in solitude, refueling in prayer. This message highlights a powerful principle for every believer: when you’re exhausted, overwhelmed, and running on empty, sometimes the most spiritual thing you can do is step away and get refilled—because if you don’t come apart and rest, you’ll eventually come apart. Then we see why the storm mattered. Pastor Bill shows three reasons Jesus allowed it: to inspect them, to instruct them, and to perfect them. Storms expose what’s inside us, teach us what we still need to learn, and strengthen us for what’s ahead. And in the middle of the chaos, Jesus speaks the same three words we all need: Take courage. It is I. Do not be afraid. If your life feels disrupted right now—relationally, financially, emotionally, spiritually—this message will help you recognize God’s purpose in the storm and trust that He hasn’t left you… He’s coming to you. Key Scripture: Matthew 14:22–27, Romans 8:28–29, Matthew 6:6, Matthew 11:28, Hebrews 13:5 Subscribe for weekly messages that strengthen your faith and help you navigate disruption with hope and clarity. #Disruption #FaithInTheStorm #Matthew14 #JesusWalksOnWater #GodIsWithYou #TakeCourage #DoNotBeAfraid #MetChurch #SpiritualGrowth #TrustGod