Faith
In the Storm. Jesus Stills the Wind
Jesus quietly calls — Come! The storms of life, He calms.
JESUS BIDS US, COME.
“In our own storms in life the Savior is our solace and our sanctuary. If we seek peace, we must come unto Him, the Man who suffered for mankind, who committed His life to healing the sick and comforting the disconsolate, is mindful of your sufferings, doubts, and heartaches. Living the Gospel does not mean the storms of life will pass us by, but we will be better prepared to face them with serenity and peace.” (Joseph B. Wirthlin)
Reflection. Life has its storms. The winds of trouble blow. Jesus bids us to come to Him.
Scripture Readings: Jesus calmed the storm.
“And He awoke and rebuked the wind and said to the sea, “Peace! Be still!” And the wind ceased, and there was a great calm.” (Mark 4:39 ESV)
He made the storm be still, and the waves of the sea were hushed. (Psalm 107:29, ESV)
Read once more the Bible verses. Where the storm rages and the disciples of Jesus feared for their lives. Read once more of the mighty winds. The angry winds tore at the sails and tossed the boat as if it wore a toy. The massive waves crashed angrily. Threatening to sink the tiny vessel. The sky was illuminated with frightening strikes of lightning. All around was deafening thunder. Jesus’ beloved friends feared for their lives.
Read Jesus’ message. Jesus is telling you. It is not the angry wind, or the massive waves, or the lighting, or the thunder. That threatens to take the lives of Jesus’ disciples. Oh! No! It is their fear. It is their panic that threatens their lives. If they were to remain calm and in control. All would be well.
This world is filled with storms and dangers. It is how we handle the storms of our lives that matter. Do you answer the call of Jesus, “Come”? OR. Do you battle alone? Jesus’ message is for you. Jesus is calling you, “Come.” I pray you do not hesitate. For he who hesitates is lost.
Follow Saint Peter. Jesus called to Saint Peter as the storm raged all around him. Jesus called to Saint Peter, “Come.” Peter, with all the love in his heart. Peter, with absolute faith in his Lord and God. Stepped from the safety of this tiny fishing vessel into the raging waters. Peter, with his eyes fixed upon His Lord and Savior, walked on the raging waters. Such faith. Such courage. Such love. The message behind the lesson of the storm. Place your faith, courage and love only in Jesus. Doing this the storm of your life calms.
Scripture Readings: Have faith.
“He said to them, “Why are you so afraid? Have you still no faith?” (Mark 4:40, ESV)
“For God gave us a spirit not of fear but of power and love and self-control.” (2 Timothy 1:7, ESV)
Turn to Jesus. The Son of Man who heals your pains. The Son of God who comforts your sadness.
There is no pain that Jesus has not suffered. Read of Jesus and the torture He endured. Read of the ridicule and the whippings your Lord endured at the hands of the Romans. Read of the pain. As Christ carried the heavy cross through the streets to the place of His crucifixion. Hear the jeering of the crowds as they shouted,
Scripture Reading: Jesus being mocked.
“Save Yourself, and come down from the cross!” So also the chief priests with the scribes mocked Him to one another, saying, “He saved others; He cannot save Himself.” (Mark 15:29–31, ESV)
Read of the suffering and the pain endured by your Lord on His wicked and soul-saving cross. Ask yourself if you will endure such pain. The honest answer. Probably not. Turn to Jesus in prayer when pain strikes. Jesus surely understands. Jesus has endured such pain as yours and far worse. Turn to Jesus when all loved ones abandon you. Remember all Jesus’ Apostles except John abandoned Him at the cross. Jesus promises never to leave you. Jesus keeps all promises. There is no suffering or pain that Jesus has not endured. Let Jesus tenderly take away your pain.
Light the way for those suffering. Be the love of Jesus for those suffering alone.
It is heartbreaking but ever so true. This world is filled to overflowing with sad and lonely people. People carrying their heavy cross all alone. Be the Joseph who steps up and carries his cross in his place. Be the disciple of Jesus who wipes away his tears. Be the one who puts your hand in his and shows his way Home. With words of kindness. With a touch of tenderness. With a heart filled with compassion. Love all, as Jesus loves you. Light the way Home for those God chooses to place on your path. Be the lamp that shines in the darkness of their sins. You may never know. God may be using you. To bring a lost soul Home to Him.
Conclusion. In the Storm. Jesus Stills the Wind. Jesus quietly calls — Come! The storms of life, He calms.
The world needs more rainbows.
“Be thou the rainbow in the storms of life. The evening beam that smiles the clouds away, and tints tomorrow with prophetic ray.” (Lord Byron)
You have a God who loves you so very much. You have Jesus who has suffered, bled and died. Jesus knows and understands your pain. When Jesus calls for you to, “Come.” In the storms of your life. He understands your suffering and pain. Do not hesitate. Come to Jesus. He will take away the pain. Jesus will replace all pain with His boundless love.
“You Raise Me Up.” A beautiful video of the life of Jesus accompanies this hymn.
“You Raise Me Up” The Significance of Faith, Hope, Love and Emotional Support in Our Lives.
“You Raise Me Up” is a song originally composed by the Norwegian-Irish duo Secret Garden. The music was written by Secret Garden’s Rolf Løvland, and the lyrics by Brendan Graham.
The protagonist of this song is implying that when he feels bogged down with worries; when he feels burdened by Life’s many difficulties, pitfalls, and obstacles, he turns his eyes and his faith towards God who is Omnipotent, Omniscient and Omnipresent. By this statement, the implication simply is this — If God brings you to it, He will bring you through it. God moves in mysterious ways, His wonders to perform — it is not for us to question His Ways. Nobody cares for us more than God Himself — the Creator of all living things on our beautiful Earth. Believe me, when I say that being able to withstand great problems with steadfastness, courage, and grace, makes us better and stronger people in the long run. (Sherna Bhumgara, September 17, 2022)
Bob’s gentle reminder needs to be heard, Diane.
Failing the Race in Times of Gloom | by Bob Russell | The Dove | Mar, 2025 | Medium
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