May 30 Peace in the Storm Romans 15:13
Good morning from Pastor Glen Brock, Baptist Tabernacle Church, Wendell, North Carolina… “May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit.” (Romans 15:13 NIV)
My dear mother, when faced with the challenges of life, would sing a song, and the only lyrics that I recall, went like this: “He gives us peace in the midst of the storm!” The one fact of living is that you will face storms, challenges and difficulties! Some will be universal, affecting everyone, but the most difficult storms are the “personal” ones! Financial Difficulties, Marital Problems, Sickness, Betrayal by friends, Failure to Claim His promises, and the list goes on! When I am faced with the inevitable storms that come, I think back to my mother’s witness, and I know that I am an overcomer, because of, and through the power of His Amazing Grace! Do you recall the storm that engulfed Jesus and His Disciples while they were on the Sea of Galilee? The Disciples were about to lose their cool as the waves crashed over the bow and they were afraid for their safety, yet Jesus was fast asleep! Why? Jesus knew who was in control! He knew that Father God was in complete charge and control! He was at “peace,” recognizing that He had full control over the storm, and He knew that when He spoke these words, “Peace, be still,” that the winds and the waves would obey! Thank you God for still calming the storms of my life and Thank you Lord for allowing me to participate in Your Amazing Peace! Stay Close to Jesus! Communicate with Him Daily! Walk with Confidence as you face the storms of Life! He Has Got This… He Promised, I Believe, and I am Claiming His Power for my Living! TO GOD BE THE GLORY! Stay Strong, Stay focused … THE BEST IS YET TO BE!