The Rock that Builds Faith – a Matthew 16 Story
Samantha was a young woman who felt lost and uncertain about her future. She had always been a believer in God, but lately, she had been struggling with her faith. She felt like her life was going nowhere, and she couldn’t find any purpose or direction. One day, Samantha decided to take a walk in the park to clear her head.
As she was walking, she saw an old man sitting on a bench, reading a book. The man looked up and smiled at her. Samantha returned the smile and continued walking. After a few minutes, she heard someone calling her name. She turned around and saw the old man waving at her, motioning for her to come closer.
"Hello, young lady. My name is John. Can I help you with something?" the old man asked.
Samantha was surprised but grateful for the offer. She sat down on the bench next to John, and they started talking. John shared his life story with Samantha, telling her about his struggles and how he found faith in God.
"God is the rock that builds faith," John said. "No matter how hard life gets, if you have faith in God, you can overcome any obstacle."
Samantha listened intently to John’s words. She felt a sense of peace and comfort in his presence. For the first time in a while, she didn’t feel lost or uncertain.
As they were about to part ways, John handed Samantha a small rock. "Take this rock as a reminder of our conversation today. Whenever you feel lost or uncertain, hold onto this rock and remember that God is the rock that builds faith."
Samantha thanked John for the rock and the conversation. As she walked away, she felt a newfound sense of purpose and direction. She knew that God was with her, and that she could face any challenge that came her way.
From that day on, Samantha carried the rock with her everywhere she went. Whenever she felt overwhelmed or uncertain, she would hold onto the rock and pray to God for guidance. Over time, her faith grew stronger, and she found her true purpose in life.
Matthew 16:18 says, "And I tell you, you are Peter, and on this rock, I will build my church, and the gates of hell shall not prevail against it." Just like Peter, who was given the responsibility to build the church, Samantha was given a reminder that God is the rock that builds faith. With God by her side, she could face any challenge and build a strong foundation of faith.