Matthew 8:26(KJV)

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“Suddenly, a fierce storm struck the lake, with waves breaking into the boat. But Jesus was sleeping.” —Matthew 8:24 The violent storm didn’t awaken Jesus, but the cry of His disciples did. In one sense, He was asleep, but in another sense, He was not, because the Bible says of God, “Indeed, he who watches over Israel never slumbers or sleeps” (Psalm 121:4 NLT). This is a beautiful glimpse into the humanity and divinity of Jesus. What could be more human than sleeping after a long day of work? And what could be more divine than rebuking a storm and watching it stop a moment later? Jesus told His panicked disciples, “Why are you afraid? You have so little faith!” (Matthew 8:26 NLT). This verse goes on to say that Jesus “got up and rebuked the wind and waves, and suddenly there was a great calm.” Mark’s Gospel adds that Jesus said to the sea, “Peace, be still!” (Mark 4:39 NKJV). A more literal translation of the phrase would be “Peace, be muzzled!” It’s as though Jesus were speaking to a wild animal. Indeed, Jesus was speaking to Satan, who was behind this storm. The Devil was trying to stop Jesus from reaching His destination. On the other side of the lake, Jesus would find two severely demon-possessed men, and He would deliver them from their suffering. This reminds us that Satan is always on duty. He doesn’t rest. In fact, the Bible describes him as “a roaring lion, looking for someone to devour” (1 Peter 5:8 nlt). This is the reason that a spiritual battle will ensue when you try to save someone from Satan and bring them to Christ. The Devil doesn’t want to let his captives go. Jesus didn’t promise the disciples that the journey would be smooth sailing, but He did say, “Let us cross over to the other side” (Mark 4:35 NLT). In the same way, the Bible says that God will complete the work He has begun in you (see Philippians 1:6). You will reach the other side. *To sign up to receive these daily devotions in your inbox, click the link in my bio.
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No one can, Except Jesus. Only the One Who created The heavens And the earth Has power over them. He speaks to the wind, And they listen. He steps on the water, And they hold Him. He cries out to the skies, And they thunder And show their bolts Of lightning to Him. No one can, Except Jesus. Only the One Who declared everything Into existence Would feel unthreatened By them. A furious storm comes up Without warning, And He’s sleeping (Matthew 8:24; Mark 4:38). The wind and the waves Violently shake the boat, And become instantly calm At His command (Matthew 8:26; Mark 4:39). In the midst Of all the turmoil, Nothing catches Him By surprise at all. No one can, Except Jesus. Only the One Who is the Alpha And the Omega Would know What’s going to happen From the beginning To the end. Nothing causes Him To fear and worry, For He has the Authority Over all things. Only Jesus Can walk anywhere Completely unafraid Because He is the Son of God And God the Son. No one can, Except Jesus. Only the One Who formed the mountains By His power And stilled The stormy seas By His Word Can help you In times of distress. He will take you Out of the depths. Only the One Who has always Loved you Will take care of you, Rescue you, Die and resurrect for you. But first, He will take you out For a ride On a boat On the other side And teach you How to take refuge in Him And rest in His shadow, For He’s the God in Whom You should trust (Psalm 91). For no one else Can save you When you’re drowning, When you’re dying, When you’re perishing, When you feel like You’re not going To make it. No one can, Except Jesus. Dr. June D. Gaylo © Dr. June D Gaylo 2023. All Rights Reserved. #God #Jesus #JesusIsLord #GodFirst #JesusChrist #JesusIsKing #Godisgood #Jesuslovesyou #TheChosen
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No one can, Except Jesus. Only the One Who created The heavens And the earth Has power over them. He speaks to the wind, And they listen. He steps on the water, And they hold Him. He cries out to the skies, And they thunder And show their bolts Of lightning to Him. No one can, Except Jesus. Only the One Who declared everything Into existence Would feel unthreatened By them. A furious storm comes up Without warning, And He’s sleeping (Matthew 8:24; Mark 4:38). The wind and the waves Violently shake the boat, And become instantly calm At His command (Matthew 8:26; Mark 4:39). In the midst Of all the turmoil, Nothing catches Him By surprise at all. No one can, Except Jesus. Only the One Who is the Alpha And the Omega Would know What’s going to happen From the beginning To the end. Nothing causes Him To fear and worry, For He has the Authority Over all things. Only Jesus Can walk anywhere Completely unafraid Because He is the Son of God And God the Son. No one can, Except Jesus. Only the One Who formed the mountains By His power And stilled The stormy seas By His Word Can help you In times of distress. He will take you Out of the depths. Only the One Who has always Loved you Will take care of you, Rescue you, Die and resurrect for you. But first, He will take you out For a ride On a boat On the other side And teach you How to take refuge in Him And rest in His shadow, For He’s the God in Whom You should trust (Psalm 91). For no one else Can save you When you’re drowning, When you’re dying, When you’re perishing, When you feel like You’re not going To make it. No one can, Except Jesus. Dr. June D. Gaylo © Dr. June D Gaylo 2023. All Rights Reserved. #God #Jesus #JesusIsLord #GodFirst #JesusChrist #JesusIsKing #Godisgood #Jesuslovesyou #TheChosen
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No one can, Except Jesus. Only the One Who created The heavens And the earth Has power over them. He speaks to the wind, And they listen. He steps on the water, And they hold Him. He cries out to the skies, And they thunder And show their bolts Of lightning to Him. No one can, Except Jesus. Only the One Who declared everything Into existence Would feel unthreatened By them. A furious storm comes up Without warning, And He’s sleeping (Matthew 8:24; Mark 4:38). The wind and the waves Violently shake the boat, And become instantly calm At His command (Matthew 8:26; Mark 4:39). In the midst Of all the turmoil, Nothing catches Him By surprise at all. No one can, Except Jesus. Only the One Who is the Alpha And the Omega Would know What’s going to happen From the beginning To the end. Nothing causes Him To fear and worry, For He has the Authority Over all things. Only Jesus Can walk anywhere Completely unafraid Because He is the Son of God And God the Son. No one can, Except Jesus. Only the One Who formed the mountains By His power And stilled The stormy seas By His Word Can help you In times of distress. He will take you Out of the depths. Only the One Who has always Loved you Will take care of you, Rescue you, Die and resurrect for you. But first, He will take you out For a ride On a boat On the other side And teach you How to take refuge in Him And rest in His shadow, For He’s the God in Whom You should trust (Psalm 91). For no one else Can save you When you’re drowning, When you’re dying, When you’re perishing, When you feel like You’re not going To make it. No one can, Except Jesus. Dr. June D. Gaylo © Dr. June D Gaylo 2023. All Rights Reserved. #God #Jesus #JesusIsLord #GodFirst #JesusChrist #JesusIsKing #Godisgood #Jesuslovesyou #TheChosen
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