Mark 4:39 [King James Version]
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
Reflection:
Sometimes when we're faced with a tremendous problem, we panic and we rattle. When we are overwhelmed with the situation, we lose control. When we're pressed with deadlines and severe needs, we rush and fear. The disciples also felt the same way when they faced Storms and Great Winds. They thought they're all going to die [Mark 4:38]. But Jesus was just asleep the whole time until the disciples woke him up. Jesus then stood and "rebuked the wind saying; PEACE, BE STILL!".
Jesus asked the disciples, "Why are you so afraid? Do you still have no faith?" [Mark 4:40]. Now, he's asking you why do you panic and rattle when you're faced with great problems? Why do we forget God at times like these? I believe God was not just directing "Peace, Be still" to the storms but to the disciples as well. God said:
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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
Reflection:
Sometimes when we're faced with a tremendous problem, we panic and we rattle. When we are overwhelmed with the situation, we lose control. When we're pressed with deadlines and severe needs, we rush and fear. The disciples also felt the same way when they faced Storms and Great Winds. They thought they're all going to die [Mark 4:38]. But Jesus was just asleep the whole time until the disciples woke him up. Jesus then stood and "rebuked the wind saying; PEACE, BE STILL!".
Jesus asked the disciples, "Why are you so afraid? Do you still have no faith?" [Mark 4:40]. Now, he's asking you why do you panic and rattle when you're faced with great problems? Why do we forget God at times like these? I believe God was not just directing "Peace, Be still" to the storms but to the disciples as well. God said:
"Be Still and Know that I AM GOD."
Psalm 46:10
Know that HE IS GOD! God who has control of everything! God who is the "Lord, the God of all mankind" and there's nothing too hard for him [Jer. 32:27]. God who can make all your problems, bad situations, difficult circumstances cease.
Next time you encounter a problem or if you have problems presently, BE STILL! Yes, don't move! Trust HIM and believe. God can solve them!
Psalm 46:10
Know that HE IS GOD! God who has control of everything! God who is the "Lord, the God of all mankind" and there's nothing too hard for him [Jer. 32:27]. God who can make all your problems, bad situations, difficult circumstances cease.
Next time you encounter a problem or if you have problems presently, BE STILL! Yes, don't move! Trust HIM and believe. God can solve them!
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You can do All things through HIM
Believe in God's Promises
Trust In Jesus Completely
Jesus truly is able! He will take care of any need, great or small! What a wonderful God we serve. Thanks for posting this.
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Amen brother! Great post!
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We stay so busy that it is hard to just be still and soak in the loving presence of God. Thank you for the beautiful post!
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"Next time you encounter a problem or if you have problems presently, BE STILL! Yes, don't move! Trust HIM and believe. God can solve them!"
Challenging words. Will be meditating on this :)
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Thanks Chris! God Bless you more! ;)
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Conarnold, I'm glad you've been blessed by it. Let's not be driven by our situations but let's allow God to work in our situations. ;)
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Thank you for visiting! God Bless you more! I'm glad you liked the post. I hope that God can work through your life with it.
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This is something I am learning again in my life in a different area - finances. As thing in my personal finances have become more uncertain I have struggled with trust and peace. I have felt a storm in my soul. There is no better way to learn peace than to live in the middle of a storm. I see God more and more settle my soul even in the midst. I am learning ...
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Hi Brad, I Praise the Lord that the post blessed you and i hope that it can help you on becoming strong and to really persever no matter what.
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