January 7 -- "Who Then is This!?!"

 

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Read Mark 4:21-41

Jesus possesses divine authority over all of creation. As the Creator and Sustainer of the universe, His power over nature is absolute. In this passage, Jesus calms the storm on the Sea of Galilee with just a command to the wind and waves. This display of power reveals His divine identity as the Son of God.

Many religions acknowledge Jesus as a prophet, a good teacher, or a godly man. But the Bible reveals that Jesus is infinitely more than this. In Mark 4:35-41, the disciples witness an extraordinary event that leads them to ask the most crucial question of all.

The disciples, in awe, ask, "Who then is this, that even the wind and the sea obey him?" Their astonishment reflects their growing realization of Jesus' true nature. Up until now, they had heard His incredible teachings and seen His mind-blowing miracles—but calming a storm with a word?! This surpassed anything they had encountered or ever expected. This moment marks a turning point as they start to recognize Him not merely as a human teacher or a godly man, but as someone uniquely connected to God, the very Son of God Himself.

As followers of Jesus, we know that He is the Son of God, and in Him resides the fullness of the Godhead in bodily form (Colossians 2:9). The incredible truth that many find challenging to grasp is that we have access to His authority and power in our lives! We can be confident that when we pray, He hears us and has the ability to act on our behalf. This assurance applies not only in times of crisis but also in the everyday moments of our lives. We can trust that He is in control and that His plans are always good.

Jesus' control encompasses every realm, be it natural, spiritual, physical, or moral. As believers, we can trust in His sovereign power and rest assured that He is actively involved in every detail of our lives. This comprehensive authority is a source of immense comfort and strength, reassuring us that we are under the care and guidance of the One who calms the storms.

May the One who calms the storms and commands the seas grant you peace in every trial and confidence in His sovereign power. And may your heart be strengthened by the knowledge that Jesus, the Son of God, holds all of creation in His hands and lovingly guides your life.