Mark 4:41
Surely there were those among the disciples at this point who had already at least begun to understand true nature of the Messiah. However, most of the disciples still understood him only to be a great prophet, just like Moses and others. They did not yet understand the Messiah was and is God.
We may wonder why this miracle seem to impress them more than others. But simply think of the facts of the case. Though there had been miracles in the Old Testament involving the weather to be sure, this is different. Jesus just directly commands the winds and sea, specifically telling them exactly what he wants them to do. Nobody had ever done anything exactly like that. It was a great confirmation of the deity of Christ that he could command the elements with such precision and ease.
Bible Reading: Leviticus 13:1-59
Scripture Memory: 1 John 3:9 “Whosoever is born of God doth not commit sin; for his seed remaineth in him: and he cannot sin, because he is born of God.”
Prayer: Heavenly Father, sometimes, as you know, we feel as if we’re not growing spiritually at all. But, if we continue to faithfully depend upon you, and trust in you, and follow your commands, we will be changed by your Word. That’s a promise from you, and help us never to forget it. Our ongoing yielding to you, allowing you to work in our hearts, is the key. Though the changes may seem imperceptible, like a great tree, you will bring us to fullness. Thank you! In the name of the Lord Jesus Christ I pray and praise You, Amen.
Prayer Requests: Pray for a woman recovering from surgery. Pray for a man who is in a nursing care facility.
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