While Jesus was literally in the same boat as His disciples, He was unconcerned about the weather. As the all-powerful Creator, He had no fear of a storm. “He got up and rebuked the winds and the waves, and it was completely calm” (Matt8:26). We are not all-powerful so what are we to do when the storms of life rage around us? Whether they quickly blow over or last for a long time, we can be confident in this: we are in the same boat with the One whom even the winds and the sea obey.
Heavenly Father, this life is full of uncertainty. But You have promised us Your unfailing presence. May we see You today – especially when we are tempted to panic or to do things in our own strength.
No danger can come so near that God is not nearer.
00Wafiq Harris-Ashbyhttp://www.hoperoadnazarene.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/hrn-logo-520x140-1.pngWafiq Harris-Ashby2017-12-13 22:08:592025-11-25 03:05:11God is Nearer
“but those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength…” — Isa40:31
In His time and ways, God can renew our strength. By His Spirit, He can enable us to rise up on “wings like eagles” or to “run and not grow weary, (to) walk and not be faint”.
Lord, forgive us for the many times that we rely on our short-lived strength. Help us see that all good gifts come from You, and that You are the never-failing source of our strength, hope and joy.
When we draw near to God, our minds are refreshed and our strength is renewed.
00Wafiq Harris-Ashbyhttp://www.hoperoadnazarene.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/hrn-logo-520x140-1.pngWafiq Harris-Ashby2017-12-11 08:45:402025-11-25 03:06:43God, The source of Our Strength
When Joshua faced Jericho it felt like an impossible situation (Joshua5:13 – 6:5) however, he stopped to listen to God and to worship Him. Then He obeyed God’s instructions and the impossible happened.
Dear Lord, often when I am faced with an impossible situation I choose worry rather than trust. Help me to trust You and to remember that nothing is too hard for You.
Nothing is Impossible for the Lord
00Wafiq Harris-Ashbyhttp://www.hoperoadnazarene.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/hrn-logo-520x140-1.pngWafiq Harris-Ashby2017-12-10 08:48:052025-11-25 03:12:03With Him Its Possible
God is Nearer
/in Steadfast HopeWhile Jesus was literally in the same boat as His disciples, He was unconcerned about the weather. As the all-powerful Creator, He had no fear of a storm. “He got up and rebuked the winds and the waves, and it was completely calm” (Matt8:26). We are not all-powerful so what are we to do when the storms of life rage around us? Whether they quickly blow over or last for a long time, we can be confident in this: we are in the same boat with the One whom even the winds and the sea obey.
Heavenly Father, this life is full of uncertainty. But You have promised us Your unfailing presence. May we see You today – especially when we are tempted to panic or to do things in our own strength.
No danger can come so near that God is not nearer.
God, The source of Our Strength
/in Steadfast HopeIn His time and ways, God can renew our strength. By His Spirit, He can enable us to rise up on “wings like eagles” or to “run and not grow weary, (to) walk and not be faint”.
Lord, forgive us for the many times that we rely on our short-lived strength. Help us see that all good gifts come from You, and that You are the never-failing source of our strength, hope and joy.
When we draw near to God, our minds are refreshed and our strength is renewed.
With Him Its Possible
/in Steadfast HopeWhen Joshua faced Jericho it felt like an impossible situation (Joshua5:13 – 6:5) however, he stopped to listen to God and to worship Him. Then He obeyed God’s instructions and the impossible happened.
Dear Lord, often when I am faced with an impossible situation I choose worry rather than trust. Help me to trust You and to remember that nothing is too hard for You.
Nothing is Impossible for the Lord