In what ways can we call upon Jesus during life's storms today? Setting the Scene “ ‘Lord, save us! We are perishing!’ ” (Matthew 8:25). The disciples’ frantic cry in the rocking boat shows us exactly how to reach for Jesus when waves rise around us today. Why We Still Cry “Lord, Save Us” • Jesus has not changed (Hebrews 13:8). • New storms—same Savior (Psalm 107:28-29). • His ear is tuned to faith-filled desperation (Psalm 34:17). Practical Ways to Call on Him in Modern Storms 1. Acknowledge His Presence • Remember He is already in the boat of your life (Matthew 28:20). • Speak His name aloud—faith grows when we verbalize truth. 2. Admit Your Need • The disciples didn’t hide their fear; neither should we (Psalm 62:8). • Confession moves us from self-reliance to Christ-reliance. 3. Use the Simple, Direct Cry • “Lord, save!” is short, sincere, and scriptural. • Long prayers are not required; honest ones are (Ecclesiastes 5:2). 4. Anchor Your Request in His Character • Call on the Lord who calms seas (Mark 4:39). • Recall His compassion (Lamentations 3:22-23). • Thank Him in advance—gratitude fuels faith (1 Thessalonians 5:18). 5. Stand on Promises • Quote Scripture back to Him: – Isaiah 43:2: He will be with you in the waters. – John 14:27: He gives peace the world cannot. • Reading aloud shifts focus from fear to truth. 6. Exchange Anxiety for Petition • Philippians 4:6-7 commands, “Do not be anxious… but in everything, by prayer… let your requests be made known.” • Replace each worry with a specific request. • Expect His guarding peace to follow. 7. Wait in Trusting Silence • Psalm 46:10: “Be still, and know that I am God.” • Trust is often quiet, not frantic. • Silence gives space for His whisper (1 Kings 19:12). 8. Obey Any Next Step He Gives • Faith without action is incomplete (James 2:17). • If He says, “Forgive,” “Rest,” or “Speak,” do it—obedience positions us for calm. 9. Keep Your Eyes on Jesus, Not the Swell • Peter walked until he looked at waves (Matthew 14:29-30). • Fixing eyes on Christ steadies the heart (Hebrews 12:2). 10. Testify When the Storm Subsides • Share what He did (Psalm 66:16). • Your story becomes another’s lifeline. What Happens When We Call • The storm may cease—or we may find supernatural peace within it (John 16:33). • Our faith grows; fear shrinks (2 Timothy 1:7). • Others see His power and learn to cry, “Lord, save us!” themselves. Living the Lesson Every raging wave invites the same response the disciples modeled: run to Jesus, speak His Lordship, and trust His saving power. The storms of life are inevitable, but so is His faithfulness when we call. |
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