There is a story in Mark where Jesus calms the storm. The disciples were afraid of the raging waves and the fierce wind. They awoke Jesus from His slumber, questioning if He cared whether or not they drowned. Jesus stands up, and commands the waves, "Quiet! Be still!" Then He asks why the disciples are afraid and still do not have faith. The disciples were amazed that even the wind and waves obey Him. (Mark 4:35-41)
This is one of my favorite miracles of Jesus, because, like the disciples said, even the wind and the waves obey Him. It causes me to evaluate my "struggles." If Jesus can calm a huge sea storm, then He can surely calm whatever I am going through and even calm myself. I need only have faith that He will take care of me. The Bible says He taught as one who has authority (Mark 1:22). Jesus came to Earth with authority. If He has authority over what He teaches, then He also has authority over His healings.
Wherever you are in your life, allow Jesus to have authority over any and all struggles. Jesus would never force His authority on you, because that isn't love. But, I can promise you, He can and will change your life, but only if you allow Him to have the authority. He will free you from this world. Then you will be able to rest in His presence and in His grace. "My presence will go with you, and I will give you rest" (Exodus 33:14). John 16:33 says, “I have told you these things, so that in me you may have peace. In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world.” He has already overcome the world, and that includes your struggles. Put your faith in Him, and He will calm your storm.
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