Hope In Your Storm

The stories and experiences of Jesus are full of relevant guidance for our lives today. For example the maidens filling their lamps are an encouragement, and a warning regarding preparation for the future. The "Beatitudes," that may seem to provide only surface guidance, actually contain deep truths that change us from the inside out. And the list goes on. They are like treasures scattered throughout an open field, providing eternal wealth to any taker. Honest exploration of any of these jewels will always reveal new and deeper values.

Consider the event of Jesus as He walked on the water before His disciples. (Mark 6:45-55) The disciples had undertaken a normal daily task, traveling across the Sea of Galilee. But during that time, a great storm suddenly arose. The Bible says, "Jesus came toward them, walking on the water, He intended to go past them, but... they saw him...." (Mark 6:48b-49a) Jesus was going to meet them on the other side. In the process, He saw their need (as He always does) and made Himself available to them. He was not intending to go to them unless they asked Him. When they called out to Him, with the willingness to obey, they found that all the resources of Heaven became available to them.

The disciples are like us, fighting the storms of life. If you are now facing storms in your life, Jesus has made Himself visible to you. But in order to see Him, you must be willing. He will pass by unless you accept the offer of His presence. Just as with the disciples, we must call upon Him, obey His guidance and put our full trust in Him. Do you feel like you are drowning in life's problems? Do you need heaven's power in your life today? Remember what Jesus did for the disciples: "Jesus... said to them, 'All authority (all power of rule) in heaven and on earth has been given to Me.... I am with you all the days'...." (Matthew 28:18a, 20b, AMP) Don't face your storm alone. Jesus is waiting for your response. There is hope in Jesus.