1. Where is your faith? (23-26a)

Jesus' disciples were experienced fishermen; they were familiar with the sudden storms that sometimes swept down on the placid Sea of Galilee. But as they crossed the lake, a storm struck with such suddenness and intensity that even the experienced sailors were terrified. Jesus was sleeping in the stern of the boat, exhausted by the demanding crowds. He did not even wake up when the storm struck. He could sleep deeply because he trusted God completely. The waves swept over the boat and it seemed to be sinking. The disciples awakened Jesus: 'Lord, save us! We're going to drown!' In the time of crisis, they let fear rule their hearts. Fear is the opposite of faith. So Jesus rebuked them. Their problem was not the storm; it was their lack of faith.

2. What kind of man is this? (26b-27)

Jesus then rebuked the winds and waves, and all became calm. The winds and waves knew their Creator, even if men did not.

Application: Lord, you are the Creator. You are in control of men and history. Help me not to give in to fear, but to trust you in every crisis of life.
One Word: Why are you afraid?