Very few events in Jesus’ public ministry had the kind of impact that this event had. Tricksters, charlatans, illusionists, and such could fake all kinds of “miracles.” We still see those kinds of things happening today. However, not one of them has ever tried to control the weather.
Jesus was crossing the sea with His disciples when a huge storm hit. The ship was being tossed, but Jesus was asleep. In their lack of faith the disciples panicked and woke Him. They did not think that He cared. When Jesus awoke He first commented on their lack of faith, the He simply spoke the words “peace, be still” and the stormy seas calmed. All were astounded at His power because no one else had ever done that.
How often are we like the disciples? How often do the storms of life make us afraid like this storm did the disciples? Since He is able to control the weather, can’t He take care of the storms in our lives?
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