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Daily Devotional

God Is Bigger than Your Storm

Read Matthew 8:1 through 11:1 ​

The disciples went and woke him up, shouting, “Lord, save us! We’re going to drown!” Jesus responded, “Why are you afraid? You have so little faith!” Then he got up and rebuked the wind and waves, and suddenly there was a great calm (Matthew 8:25–26).

While with His disciples on the Sea of Galilee, Jesus slept in the stern of the boat. Suddenly, a furious storm arose and waves began filling the boat. The disciples panicked, awoke Jesus, and cried out for Him to save them from drowning. 

How do we handle trouble and trials that happen in our lives? Problems redirect our focus away from God’s power; panic erodes the peace God has given us; and the pressure we feel affects our perspective. The disciples knew Jesus could handle the storm they faced.

Jesus is also more than able to handle whatever you’re facing, so walk by faith and not by sight and believe that no storm is greater than your God.

Prayer Suggestion: Lord, help me to know You are with me no matter what trials I face.

Quicklook: Matthew 8:23–27