Calm in the Middle of the Storm

June 09, 2020
Calm in the Middle of the Storm
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Calm in the Middle of the Storm

Jun 09 2020 |

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Show Notes

Everyone has ups and downs in life. My ups have been traveling to Thailand to serve as a short-term missionary and starting a new business. Most recently, my downs have included losing my mother, having a tumor, and seeing my father’s business close. When things are on the upswing, we often think it’s all about usthat the Lord has nothing to do with it. When things are going badly, we cry out to Him and say, Why?! I have news for you. God is always therein control of every circumstance. He is the Alpha and the Omega the Beginning and the End (Revelation 22:13). Just like in math, in life you have constants and variables. Whether the disciples knew it or not, they had with them a constant who never changes: Jesus Christ (Hebrews 13:8). When there was a storm out on the Sea of Galilee and they became afraid, they went to Jesus. He spoke three words: Quiet! Be still! (Mark 4:39). The storm became calm, and the disciples were astonished, asking, Who is this? Even the wind and the waves obey him! (Mark 4:41). So, in the middle of the storm, turn to Jesus, the Source of true peace and the One who is in control over all creation. He is God, He is present, and He is in control. A prayer: “Lord, remind me you are a constant in my life. When the storms of life start to overwhelm me, cause me to rest in Your peace. May I praise You in every situation, whether the times are calm or I’m in the middle of a storm. Thank You for working all things according to Your good kingdom purposes (Romans 8:28). In Jesus’ Name, Amen.” Robert Keur What are the storms you’re facing right now? Read John 16:33, Hebrews 4:14-16, and 1 Peter 5:7. Why can we cry out to Jesus when we’re facing storms? Read Romans 8:28-39 and Revelation 21:1-5. Will storms last forever? In the midst of storms, what hope do we have in Christ? I [Jesus] have told you these things, so that in me you may have peace. In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world. John 16:33 (NIV)

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Mark 4:35-41

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