Peace Be Still 

Mark.4.39 - Then He arose and rebuked the wind, and said to the sea, "Peace, be still!" And the wind ceased and there was a great calm.

The world is a place of storms and many troubles.  There's no way anyone will pass through it and not experience its blows. There are so many times of our lives that we may have to face the torrent and stormy wind of life. But safety is assured if Christ is with us on the journey. 

The disciples were on their way to crossing to the other side of the sea. The storm came and they did everything possible within there power to keep their ship afloat, all to no avail.  When they thought all hope was lost they remembered Jesus was with them. Their manner of approach to Jesus showed they never really believed that His presence with them was enough assurance that no arm will befall them. Like many of us today,  they were perplexed and despaired just like the children of Israel before the red sea, they complained and verbally  assaulted Moses because of their unbelief.  But God showed up, a single act of faith by Moses parted the red sea, a simple statement from Jesus " Peace be Still " calmed the storm.

What is your storm, your worries and challenges.  They might feel so strong that you want to give up, or even abuse God. So many believers have lost their faith to fate.  They forgot the Lord is still here. Many have thrown caution to  the wind because of survival.  Cheer up brethren  the Lord is in the boat. Call on Him and He surely will still the storm.  

One thing we need to pay attention to in this passage is the disappointment of Jesus in the disciples' attitude of lack of faith. I believe Jesus expected them to be still, if not for any other reason but that He was with them.  Faith in God is absolute trust in Him regardless of the situation.  Speak faith to your hopelessness,  speak life to your dry bones.  Believe and know that the Lord is still at work and He will never let you down.  No one trusts in Him is put to  shame.  Be anxious for nothing,  cast all your worries on Him,  stop complaining, rather praise Him and be still in His presence.  For as long as the Lord is with You, there's no reason to panic. 

Futthermire, let's note here that the most important thing is His presence. If Jesus had not been in the  boat  with them,  it could  have been a  different  story  entirely. If you have not invited Him into your life, kindly do so now, for wherever His Spirit is, there is liberty, there's succour.  And when He leads, no storm of life can blow you away.  Stay with Him and be Still.  Shalom!

Readings: Exodus 14:1-31; Psalm 46; Ezek. 37:1-14; Mark 4:35-41

Prayers: I speak peace and stillness to every storm blowing against my life's journey.  I receive Divine confidence to rebuke every fear and doubt impeding my faith and trust in You. Let your peace permeate every aspect of my life and destiny in Jesus Christ's name. Amen.