A big storm arose and the waves broke over the boat so much so that water began to swamp the vessel (Mark 4:37). Jesus, however, was sleeping in the boat during all the commotion. It is a strange ...

The “Jesus asleep in the boat during a terrible storm” story has always seemed unfair to me. I feel for the disciples when they wake him; they are understandably angry that he doesn’t seem to care ...

If you stay in the boat with Jesus, you will come out of the storm stronger and those around you will be blessed. Hauser is a pastor and leadership coach and can be reached at jon ...

Jesus spoke to them, ‘Take courage, it is I; do not be afraid.’” The Lord presents them with a choice: Either focus on the storm or focus on him. He is not just telling them not to be afraid.

But it is precisely in those times that Jesus’ authority trumps the storm. With a simple word from His lips, He calms the chaos. So when we find ourselves in turmoil, remember what Jesus has said.