In the Chaos [Proper 14A - Matthew 14:22-33]
The Rev. Jeremiah Williamson Matthew 14:22-33 In the Chaos Jesus is probably not the most intriguing character in today’s Gospel story. Peter, I think, is far more interesting. Sure, Jesus successfully traverses the surface of a large and angry lake. But, at this point in Matthew’s Gospel, at this point in your church-going life, are you really surprised that Jesus can accomplish the impossible? Jesus has already healed the sick, cured the maimed; in the previous Gospel story, Jesus fed 5,000 men – plus women and children – with what amounted to a single Lunchable. His birth was announced by angels and marked by the temporary appearance of a star. Those of us familiar with the end of the Gospel know that this same Jesus will eventually rise from the dead, walk through walls to meet his disciples, and bodily ascend into Heaven. Walking on the water is impressive, but it is far from the most impressive Jesus m...