Jesus and His disciples were crossing the lake when a fierce storm swept over them. Waves broke into the boat, and the disciples were afraid. Jesus was asleep. They woke Him, asking whether He cared that they might drown. Jesus stood and commanded the wind and waves to be still. The storm became calm. He asked why they were afraid and whether they still had no faith. The disciples wondered who He was, that even the wind and sea obeyed Him.
A short retelling of the Bible passage.
Mark 4:35-41
35 And the same day, when the even was come, he saith unto them, Let us pass over unto the other side. 36 And when they had sent away the multitude, they took him even as he was in the ship. And there were also with him other little ships. 37 And there arose a great storm of wind, and the waves beat into the ship, so that it was now full. 38 And he was in the hinder part of the ship, asleep on a pillow: and they awake him, and say unto him, Master, carest thou not that we perish? 39 And he arose, and rebuked the wind, and said unto the sea, Peace, be still. And the wind ceased, and there was a great calm. 40 And he said unto them, Why are ye so fearful? how is it that ye have no faith? 41 And they feared exceedingly, and said one to another, What manner of man is this, that even the wind and the sea obey him?
What this teaches us
This story reveals Jesus’ authority over creation. We can bring Him our fear and trust His presence, even when life feels uncertain. Faith does not mean we will never face storms.
A question to carry with you
What fear can you bring honestly to Jesus today?
A simple prayer
Jesus, meet me in my fear. Help me trust You and remember that I am not alone. Amen.
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