The Story of the Men in the Boat Matthew 14:22-361. The supposition Following Jesus may protect you from some problems yet expose you to others. 2. The opposition Following Jesus allows for your problems to have purpose. 3. The apparition Following Jesus means that you will never be alone in your problems. 4. The predisposition Following Jesus may preclude you from playing the safe game. 5. The exhibition Following Jesus offers you unexpected opportunities.  6. The recognition Following Jesus provides continual opportunities to experience him in new ways.  7. The metacognition Following Jesus provides a different perspective on the challenges of life.storylines prompt:Write about a time when you experienced a stormy sea moment.  Did you experience Jesus?  What do you learn about Him?  How did the story resolve? Sermon Resource Guide