Our own spiritual stability is more important than God's exhibition of power over our troubles. But because of his faith, Paul is able to use the circumstances to earn the trust of the crew and minister to the people they meet on the island (Acts 28:7–10). In Acts 27:13–38, Paul and his entourage get caught in a horrible storm that tears apart their ship and forces them to swim to safety. And the wind ceased, and there was a great calm. God can control everything and make all things right and we must have faith in Him and be content even when He doesn't act (Philippians 4:12–13). Mark King James Version (KJV) SEARCH THE BIBLE (Advanced) BOOK (Index) CHAPTER VERSE Mark 4:39 And he arose, and rebuked the wind, and said unto the sea, Peace, be still. He simply spoke to the wind and waves, saying, Peace, be still, and the sea immediately. That does not mean that He will deliver them from all harm this is one of the great ironies in the Christian life. Jesus said, Peace I leave with you My peace I give you. They need to see that His authority extends to the external circumstances they will meet. Jesus calms the storm because the disciples are afraid of dying. The disciples have seen Jesus' authority over injuries and illnesses, as well as demons, but they are only beginning to understand who Jesus really is (Mark 4:41). Some Old Testament prophets announce when God would bring or take away rain, or pray for rain based on God's instructions, but they never command weather directly and by their own authority. In the Old Testament, we see that only God can control the weather (Psalm 65:7 89:9 107:23–32), although those who make their living from the sea can usually predict it (Matthew 16:3). While God gave humans authority over animals and plants (Genesis 1:28), Jesus created everything on earth and, therefore, has dominion over all creation (Colossians 1:16). It's interesting that Jesus addresses elements of the weather like we would a living creature. Later, Jesus declares, I have said these things to you, that in me you may have peace. Jesus reiterates this teaching post-resurrection. Based on the peace Jesus offers, our hearts are not to be troubled or afraid. "Still" comes from the Greek root word phimoo which is to keep quiet as with a muzzle, keep under control, or silence. And Jesus woke up and rebuked the wind and said to the sea, Peace Be still And the wind ceased, and there was a great calm. Jesus gives peace unlike any peace offered by and experienced in the world. "Peace" is from the Greek root word siopao which literally means to be quiet or to refrain from speaking. It's the same word used when Jesus confronts demons (Mark 1:25 3:12 9:25). In this case, Jesus judges that the wind is not wanted. Literally, it means to assign or acknowledge the value of something. The word translated "rebuke" is from the Greek root word epitimao.
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