Truthfully, I can think of several ways I’d want to be spoken of. Storms are common here in the Ozarks. About the Author Hi there! Acts 2:23 in the New Living Translation says: “But God knew what would happen, and his prearranged plan was carried out when Jesus was betrayed. The storm my seem bigger than you, but God is bigger than the storm. See more verses from the Bible about Strength and Courage . God of all healing counsel! He’s telling us that our time is short. In their obedience to Jesus, the disciples ran directly into a storm. .heed the words of Jeremiah 29:12-14 in the Amplified Bible: “Then you will call upon Me, and you will come and pray to Me, and I will hear and heed you. We’ve got a great resource to put in your hands for just such a purpose. We simply live in a world that has storms as a natural part of life. In Acts 27, we read that the apostle Paul was on a boat on his way to Rome, and the ship got caught in a storm — a horrible storm. .they’re gone faster than a snow man in 80 degree sunshine. . If you need the peace of God in your life. .about to churn into a dangerous storm? You need spiritual training. . I suddenly sat up, in the bed, and saw the devil. .being obedient to His divine direction. . it’s not a scriptural admonition to ‘settle for’ in life. But as your brother, I hope you can feel that I sincerely want to share with you how valuable it is to know that Jesus Christ and His Atonement are the refuge that we all need, regardless of the storms that are battering our lives. Turning your worries and concerns over to a higher power can release the burden and … . Enjoy singing praise and worship with the Harvest worship band at Harvest Christian Fellowship in Orange County. .do you find yourself having sleepless nights? God is incredibly faithful. the oncologist (cancer doctor) told me I needed to take chemotherapy. . . The storms of life can challenge even the strongest of faiths. You gotta know God will never tell you to do anything dangerous without a way of escape. Be still (muzzled)! Suddenly an overwhelming sense of peace and love filled the room and we had the most blessed sleep ever.". I’ve never been in a tornado but I have been through a couple of hurricanes and many serious thunderstorms. . Scientist often try to predict storms and they have some limited success. Yolanda Adams - Through the Storm Lyrics. .is because the Word of God tells you not to. How do we handle the storms. .because at the first sign of adversity. However, for those who either comment before bolting or hang around. 2 Chronicles 16:9 in the New King James Bible says: “For the eyes of the Lordrun to and fro throughout the whole earth, to show Himself strong on behalf ofthose whose heartisloyal to Him….”. Spiritual preparation always precedes victories over the storms of life. We have lived this experience. We have been simply going about our business doing what we knew to be the will of God. Prof White & Miss Logue (centre) worked on… I strongly suggest you visit our website www.debtfreearmy.org and search for “fear” or “worry.”  You’ll find lots of spiritual as well as practical encouragement on how to overcome these mind games of the enemy. 5. . . Reflections. The disciples with Jesus were in the midst of a huge storm in the see of Galilee. This next point is very important. no matter how great the temptation or seemingly insurmountable the problem may be, “There are 600,000 men alone … yet you promise them meat for a whole month! . 3. He never has been and He never will be. God performs His greatest miracles through storms and this is when we learn the meaning of what having true faith looks like. Coming Through the Storms of Life. . . . Not Ghostbusters. God told him how to get through the storm. God is not weak! I said, ‘Oh! “Who is this, anyway?" And even if He didn’t … He knew His Father had an answer to the problem …the same way we know God always has an answer for us. . fear made them forget who they were traveling with. When Jesus got up. This scripture is most often misunderstood . Hits us hard. Trusting God Through the Storms of Life Trusting God Through the Storms of Life A remarkable, 150-year-old red oak tree near the entrance of a Michigan university had welcomed visitors for years… until one windy day last July when it crashed to the ground. . . I see God highlighting the importance of physical steps that we can take through our storms in Noah’s story. The disciples had done exactly as Jesus told them to do. . . Philippians 4:11 in the New Living Translation says: “I’m not saying this because I’m in any need. Our phone operators are available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year to serve you: God clearly wants us to learn how to live blessed, full of joy and content in every situation, circumstance, problem and adversity that we face. .if you’re doing what God has called you to do . I could give you numerous scriptures but I’m only going to go over four. The storms of life are washin' me away. . You will eat it [meat] for a whole month until you gag and are sick of it. “And He arose and rebuked the wind and said to the sea, Hush now! Now, this is what Yahweh says: “Listen, Jacob, to the One who created you, Israel, to the one who shaped who you are. Then you will seek Me, inquire for, and require Me [as a vital necessity] and find Me when you search for Me with all your heart. .but none more satisfying than what’s found in Mark 4:41 in the Message Bible which says: “They were in absolute awe, staggered. . I love watching movies where it seems that all is lost. .more properly, known as acquaintances to be quiet. If we butcher all our flocks … it won’t be enough! Peter asks Jesus (if he is Jesus) to call him to come through the storm to him. But God gave him instructions. . they’re gone faster than a snow man in 80 degree sunshine. .best friend or anyone else will make you victorious. "Wind and sea at his beck and call!". This lady had driven about 30 miles to position herself to hear what I had to say to her though she had no idea that’s why she made the trip. When facing the storms of life. When you learn how to take your eyes off of your circumstances and your feelings and fix your eyes on Jesus, that’s the way to make it through the storms. It was a shock to many including the grounds director, Charlie Huizinga. The storm came about so quickly that the disciples were swamped. Through the Storms of Life; Eremos August 9, 2011. it’s not a scriptural admonition to ‘settle for’ in life. Listen to how Brother Wigglesworth handled one encounter with the devil. God’s overpowering response to Moses’ doubt. Have you ever thought about how you want others to perceive you. Since 1985, he has recorded 20 studio albums and charted more than 50 singles on the Billboard Hot Country Songs charts, and 16 of these were number one hits. .the good guy is about to go down to defeat or perhaps, even death. 7. .if you need deliverance from the storms of adversity. the decision to take chemo was not about me but about others. 5. The storms of life will blow They're sure to come and go They meet us all at a time When I'm calm and doing fine But the Captain of my soul Lyrics However … we must trust Him for it to be so. .worrying about what may or may not happen. .call on Him and quote the Word. Don't hesitate. I confidently told her that our plane was not going to crash. .seek to be at peace. I rubbed my eyes to be sure, it was him. .He most certainly knew about a storm on the Sea of Galilee. I love reading about the faith and spiritual exploits of Smith Wigglesworth. Read Getting Through the Storms of Life from Christian radio ministry A New Beginning with Greg Laurie. Surviving the Storms of Life. I will make you strong, as I protect you with my arm and give you victories.”. You’re probably thinking . I'll help you. In the book of Mark, chapter six, we read that the disciples got into a boat, at night, and took out across the sea. Don’t you think Jesus knew there was a weather pattern forming. .when suddenly the cavalry shows up and the good guy is saved. . In the middle of the storms of life. Your Heavenly Father is not only waiting to shield you from the storms. I'm with you. Or else, you fate will be worse than having a bad season. Third, Deuteronomy 20:1 in the Message Bible says: “. .learn to let Jesus be your peace factor. God continues to teach many things through life’s storms. In Mark 4:34-41, the disciples found themselves caught in a ferocious storm while on a boat in the middle of the Sea of Galilee and simultaneously in a spiritual storm of fear and doubt. 4. . in the midst of what they perceived to be a potentially, deadly situation. All professional athletes go to training camps before playing in games that count. The disciples and Jesus were crossing the Sea of Galilee when a violent storm began to rage. This time the Lord used it to show me that the decision to take chemo was not about me but about others …meaning the people He would put in my path that I would encourage and pray for. . .He’s available 24/7. A. He wants to do whatever he can to render you ineffective for and to the Kingdom of God. . Go to www.debtfreearmy.org and search for “The Difference Between Contentment And Complacency.”  The teaching is definitely a game changer. I remember one airline flight where a violent thunderstorm was in the distance as the plane leveled off at its cruising altitude. . He most certainly knew about a storm on the Sea of Galilee. We should follow His direction as found in Mark 4:38 in the New King James Bible which says: “But He was in the stern, asleep on a pillow. When trouble is headed your way. . "We were sleeping one night, when the manifestation of evil filled the room and the spirit of fear gripped both of us. Verse 23 in the Living Bible gives us God’s overpowering response to Moses’ doubt. Don't fear. Polly was so frightened she could not open her eyes. . I am with you. . do you find yourself having sleepless nights? I’ve written extensively about how to deal with fear and  worry. I'm Eric Gaudion, and I've learned a few things about pain and suffering the hard way. We can’t do the work of God, but we can seek Noah’s same kind of bold obedience to honor the One with our own life … Sometimes you don’t even have to tell your friends. When troubles come your way. I remember one storm where there were over 1,000 lighting strikes in an hour. . . But the Captain of my soul He's always on board He rocks me in His arms While riding through the storm. . . “There hath no temptation taken you but such as is common to man: but God is faithful, who will not suffer you to be tempted above that ye are able; but will with the temptation also make a way to escape, that ye may be able to bear it.”. .don’t panic because your God will bring you the victory. I'll hold you steady, keep a firm grip on you.". . When you rely on the Word. Certified 3× Multi-Platinum by the RIAA for American shipments of three million copies. There are many storms we face in life. Psalm 68:28 in the New American Standard Version of the Bible says: “Your God has commanded your strength; Show Yourself strong, O God, who have acted on our behalf. I must admit this sounds far too familiar. “I look behind me and you're there, then up ahead and you're there, too—your reassuring presence, coming and going. Don't panic. .God has a firm grip on you. . .”. There are two kinds of people in life: those who are going to a storm, and those who are in a storm. If we butcher all our flocks …. You need spiritual training. . .before it ever happened? Philippians 4:12 in the New Living Translation says: “I know how to live on almost nothing or with everything. .and neither should we be. Through the Storms of Life. If you’re already counting on some of the Word … why not count on all of the Word? In either case, difficulties are common to all of us. It can happen with one brief conversation, a diagnosis, an accident, or life-altering occurrence. Storms of Life is the debut studio album by country music star Randy Travis, and was released on June 2, 1986 by Warner Bros. Records Nashville. . In a few minutes you're going to do battle with your enemies. . .God always provides a way of escape. . He is teaching us how to live out of His strength by walking after His Spirit. . But no matter their ability to predict the storm, they cannot control the storms. There's no need to fear for I'm your God. Amidst the roaring waves and with the boat rocking, Jesus chosen ones failed to recall the lessons they had learned about the power and purposes of their leader. You are either in one or you are headed into another one. . . With the help of lawless Gentiles, you nailed him to a cross and killed him.”. .the adversities when one comes upon us suddenly? I grew up on the Texas Gulf Coast. Fight storms with My Word. . Her heart was encouraged and her faith strengthened by our visit. The Christian faith is not just to get us to heaven when we die. . • There are also storms God sends us for growth. He comes alongside us when we go through hard times, and before you know it, he brings us alongside someone else who is going through hard times so that we can be there for that person just as God was there for us.”. In this message, he reminds us the Book of Jonah is about a man running from God’s will. and your ability to allow God’s power to work through you. James is so honest when he claims, “ Faith without works is dead ” (James 2:17). . .don’t fear. Even the appearance of Christ walking on water didnt bring immediate relief (Matt. . They see Jesus coming to them, but do not recognize his coming. .no cancer was found. .that we were going to arrive safely at our destination. An old mail pouch, tobacco sign Fadin' on the barn, Bringin' back sweet memories of Mama's farm When love was just a country girl that lived on down the road. “…You know when I leave and when I get back; they’re gone faster than a snow man in 80 degree sunshine. You know everything I'm going to say before I start the first sentence. Have you ever been in a serious thunderstorm. .so I would never have to experience them again. . And when we realize this, we can successfully travel through these storms of life in complete joy. Immediately after having breast cancer surgery on January 15, 2015 . Always be willing to learn in every situation. And Peter tells us not to be surprised at fiery ordeals as if something strange is happening to us. .it was not unusual to have thunderstorms with 60-70 mile an hour winds and frequent lightning strikes. .don’t worry. They include illness, opposition, pressures at work, unemployment, relationship difficulties, disappointment, bereavement and persecution. Jesus spoke to the storm and commanded it to stop causing trouble. .don’t worry or fret. In the next moment we found ourselves surrounded by a storm...and taking on water. Then follow along with Pastor Greg Laurie as he continues in our series from the Book of Jonah with a message titled, “Getting Through the Storms of Life.”. When you pass through the waters, I will be with you; and through the rivers, they shall not overwhelm you; when you walk through fire you shall not be burned, and the flame shall not consume you. I am your God. fulfilling His vision for your life. Yet we learn lessons through storms that we never would learn if life were always calm. When you learn how to take your eyes off of your circumstances and your feelings and fix your eyes on Jesus, that’s the way to make it through the storms. . .because at the first sign of adversity. Here are seven things we should do when facing the storms of our lives. The disciples were with Jesus 24/7 yet fear made them forget who they were traveling with. .tell your circumstances and those in your boat to be still. “Don't panic. . During our time in Texas. .He will show Himself strong on your behalf. . .all your fears will leave. . And they awoke Him and said to Him, “Teacher, do You not care that we are perishing?”. For you have rejected the Lord, who is here among you, and you have whined to him, saying, “Why did we ever leave Egypt?”’. The surgeon had sent the mass removed from my chest from an incision that measured thirteen inches long, two inches wide and two and ½ inches deep to be analyzed and the results were negative. .never let the second voice distract you from what you know to be spiritual truth and your ability to allow God’s power to work through you. The only way God can make us who He wants us to be. .don’t doubt. And the wind ceased (sank to rest as if exhausted by its beating) and there was [immediately] a great calm (a perfect peacefulness).”. We encountered a storm this weekend. Of course, not! Growing Closer to God Through the Storms of Life Psalm 29:1-11. James tells us, “Consider it pure joy, my brothers and sisters, whenever you face trials of many kinds, because you know that the testing of your faith produces perseverance. This is the the actual transplant op that saved my life! 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