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The Master of the Storm

  • Now on one of those days, he entered into a boat, himself and his disciples, and he said to them, "Let's go over to the other side of the lake." So they launched out. But as they sailed, he fell asleep. A wind storm came down on the lake, and they were taking on dangerous amounts of water. They came to him and awoke him, saying, "Master, Master, we are dying!" He awoke and rebuked the wind and the raging of the water; then they ceased, and it was calm. He said to them, "Where is your faith?" Luke 8:22-25 WEB.

    Who is going to tell Him? The disciples had put off waking Jesus as long as possible, but now the water was getting pretty deep inside their boat. Someone was going to have to wake Jesus up. For even though there was a storm raging around them, Jesus was sleeping peacefully. Now it's not easy for men to ask for help, but as the water grew deeper inside the boat, they managed to work that out.

    Earlier in the day, the ministry group had set sail in their fishing boat, planning to cross the Sea of Galilee. While they were sailing, Jesus fell asleep. So the disciples were navigating the craft all by themselves. Now several of them were seasoned fishermen and had grown up around fishing boats. Peter and the others probably felt pretty good about this and thought they had it all under control. There should be nothing but smooth sailing ahead.

    They probably thought, "No problem, we have crossed this lake a thousand times. Take a rest. You are in good hands. We will get You to the other side!" Then suddenly, a storm came up, and their boat began filling with water. The group was in great danger. Fear swept over them, and they started to panic. Yet, Jesus slept on. Eventually, one of the frightened disciples woke Jesus with "Master, Master, we are dying!" He rebuked the storm and asked them a single question: "Where is your faith?"

    Will Jesus let you struggle against a storm in your own strength? Apparently so. For they only needed to ask for His help to change their situation. James said, "You do not have, because you do not ask" (James 4:2). The disciples knew all there was to know about boats, but when the storm comes, that isn't enough. They needed Jesus.

    If a storm is raging in your life and your faith isn't strong enough to stop it, call on Jesus, the Master of the Storm. Don't assume that He will step in and calm everything without you asking Him for help. Jesus said, "Behold, I stand at the door and knock. If anyone hears My voice and opens the door, I will come in" (Revelation 3:20). He doesn't beat down your door, but if you ask Him, then He just may help you today. You can spend time worrying about it, or you can ask the Lord to help you.

    Prayer: Heavenly Father, I know that You are the Master of the storm. Please let Your winds blow me to where I need to be. Bring Your peace to my life and let me walk in the goodness of God Almighty. Help me today. In the name of Jesus Christ, I pray. Amen!

    Note: 'Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your request to God.' (Philippians 4:6-7) ~ If you have a prayer need, we are here for you! We and the prayer team are ready to lift you up at our private prayer page: RHM Prayer Network


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Kevin J. Eck
Kevin J. Eck Amen,
May 26, 2021
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Debi Burton
Debi Burton Praise the Lord Hallelujah! Have faith in Jesus! ❤️
May 26, 2021
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Richard Mondello
Richard Mondello

In Jesus name I ask,Amen. My faith is in You Lord Yeshua. 

May 26, 2021
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Patricia Walker
Patricia Walker

Amen. My Faith and Trust is in the Lord. I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me. Amen

May 26, 2021
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Sharon Leonard
Sharon Leonardedited: May 26, 2021

Wow ! All the storms Jesus has calmed in my life have been numerous...Praise God for His Presence.

Today is my son"s birthday...May 26, 2021...Would you all  pray for total physical healing from a stroke. Also, for Him to know how much God Loves him. His life has had too many storms...I Thank You All.

Everyone have a Blessed Day.

Love Ya ! 

 

May 26, 2021
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Lynn Brown
Lynn Brown

Father, I join Sharon in prayer for a complete healing of her son. Open his heart and mind to Your love. I pray for all his needs to be met. In the name of Jesus, Amen.

May 26, 2021
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Sharon Leonard
Sharon Leonard

THANK YOU...PRAISE GOD !

May 28, 2021
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Wanda Pennington
Wanda Pennington

Almighty God Help me today in Jesus Name,  Amen. 

May 26, 2021
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Kay Collinsworth
Kay Collinsworth

Amen Father I pray for Your help today and always

May 26, 2021
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Brenda F
Brenda F

Amen

 

May 26, 2021
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Mari Kaufmann
Mari Kaufmann

Get us through life's storms dearest God. Amen

May 26, 2021
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Marisa Jackson
Marisa Jackson

Amen!!

May 26, 2021
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Yvette York
Yvette York

Amen Good Morning Everyone 

May 26, 2021
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David  Earlywine
David Earlywine

Thank you Jesus for RHM.Thanks to everyone for all the prayers.Gods blessings to you all. Amen 

May 26, 2021
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Scott Riegelmann
Scott Riegelmann

Amen guide my steps Father

May 26, 2021
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Lynn Brown
Lynn Brown

Thank You Jesus for getting me through the storms of life, Amen!

May 26, 2021
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Cathy Webb
Cathy Webb

A very timely reminder, Pastor Dion, to ask! Lord, bring Your peace to my life and let me walk in the goodness of God Almighty. Amen

May 26, 2021
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Jose Simo
Jose Simo

Heavenly Father I thank You for all You do for us, I humbly ask You to lead us through the storms of life according to Your Holy Will, in the name of Your Son Jesus Christ we pray, Amen. Praise to You Lord, Amen. 

Thank you Pastor for this reminder, right on point. God bless you and Sylvia, Amen. 

May 26, 2021
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Sherry McCosh
Sherry McCosh

Amen! Thank you for today's devotion!

May 26, 2021
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Schalk  de Beer
Schalk de Beer

Yes, amen Lord 

May 26, 2021
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Liesel  aka  Lisa Wardle
Liesel aka Lisa Wardle

Amen and Amen !!! Yes, my Lord and God, please bring Your peace into my life, the lives of all of my loved ones, all the people that I take care of, come in contact with and that I lift up in prayer, in the holy name of Jesus Christ humbly ask and pray, Amen!

May 26, 2021
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Wesley Paulus
Wesley Paulus

Amen!

May 26, 2021
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Celeste Strenn
Celeste Strenn

Amen 

May 26, 2021