Matthew 8:23-27

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Matthew 8:23-27
There would have been no place these disciples would have felt more comfortable than on the Sea of Galilee. Most of them had made their living from this sea and had spent most of their lives navigating its waters. It is therefore fascinating to picture them struggling to keep the boat afloat in this storm. It is evident that they had never before faced such a dire situation. On the other hand, it is somewhat comical to see that Jesus is fast asleep. He is not concerned. The rocking of the boat is only giving Him a better nap. Consider this, will the ship go down with the Master in it? Is it possible that the waters would engulf the Creator of the universe?Finally, after these experienced seamen have done all they know to do, they turn to Jesus. In a panic they awaken Him pleading with Him to save them. At least they knew where to turn, but it is evident they had no idea the extent of His ability to save them. It is an amazing picture that Matthew gives us of Jesus rising and literally rebuking the wind and the sea. Do you see that word? Jesus speaks to the wind and the sea as if they are unruly children. Mark’s account tells us that He said, “Peace! Be still!” And like whimpering, scolded children, the wind immediately ceased and there was a great calm on the sea. The disciples marveled, “Who is this that even the wind and the sea obey Him?” Who else but the Creator in the flesh!

Now think of the words of Jesus, “Why are you afraid, you men of little faith?” The lesson is as powerful for today as it was then. The boat will not go down with Jesus in it. How many times in your life have you found yourself in the same panic as these men? The trials of life have tossed you until it has taken all the fight out of you and you are convinced the cause is hopeless. That is when we must remember this story. If you are serving the Lord, the boat will not go down. It cannot; not when the Master of ocean and seas is in it with you.
Berry Kercheville