THE STORM CALMER
By Rev. Samuel Arimoro
Main Text: Mark 4:39
Supporting Texts: Psalm 107:28-30, Isaiah 43:2, Matthew 8:23-27, Nahum 1:3, John 14:27
INTRODUCTION:
Life is often filled with unexpected storms—financial crises, emotional distress, family troubles, and health battles. These storms can shake our faith, threaten our peace, and leave us feeling overwhelmed. But as believers, we have a Saviour who speaks peace in the midst of storms—Jesus, the Storm Calmer.
In Mark 4:39, Jesus stood in a boat rocked by a furious storm and simply said, “Peace, be still!” The wind ceased, and there was a great calm. This same Jesus is alive today. He is still calming storms. No matter what you are facing, He has the authority to silence every turbulence in your life.
1. STORMS ARE INEVITABLE BUT NOT FINAL
a) Storms are part of life’s journey (John 16:33):
Jesus warned us of tribulations, but also assured us of victory in Him.
b) Storms reveal our need for divine help (Psalm 46:1):
They remind us that we cannot do life alone—we need God's intervention.
c) Not all storms are signs of disobedience (Mark 4:35–37):
Jesus led His disciples into the boat, yet a storm still arose.
d) Storms test and refine our faith (James 1:2–3):
They can be divine tools for growth and trust-building in God.
Biblical Example: Job faced one of life’s fiercest storms but was later restored double (Job 42:10).
2. JESUS IS PRESENT EVEN IN THE STORM
a) His presence doesn’t mean absence of storms (Isaiah 43:2):
He never promised a storm-free life, but a safe passage.
b) He is not ignorant of our troubles (Hebrews 4:15):
He understands every feeling of fear and helplessness we face.
c) Jesus may seem silent but is never absent (Mark 4:38):
Though He was asleep, He was still in the boat.
d) Storms give us opportunity to see His power (Exodus 14:13):
They allow us to witness divine deliverance firsthand.
Biblical Example: The three Hebrew boys were not alone in the fire—Jesus was with them (Daniel 3:25).
3. JESUS HAS POWER OVER EVERY STORM
a) His word is final and supreme (Psalm 33:9):
When He speaks, creation obeys without resistance.
b) No storm is greater than His authority (Philippians 2:10):
Every situation must bow at the name of Jesus.
c) He brings great calm after great storm (Mark 4:39):
His peace surpasses understanding and stabilises our hearts.
d) He silences every force of darkness (Luke 10:19):
Spiritual storms are subdued by His power.
Biblical Example: Jesus calmed another storm while walking on water to meet His disciples (Matthew 14:25–32).
4. WE MUST LEARN TO CALL ON HIM IN FAITH
a) Faith activates divine response (Hebrews 11:6):
Without faith, it is impossible to please God or attract His intervention.
b) Fear must give way to trust (Mark 4:40):
Jesus rebuked the disciples for being afraid despite His presence.
c) Prayer is the believer’s cry in the storm (Psalm 107:28–30):
They cried out, and He brought them out of their distress.
d) Speaking God’s word calms inner and outer storms (Isaiah 55:11):
The Word has power to change situations when declared in faith.
Biblical Example: Jonah called upon the Lord from the belly of the fish and was delivered (Jonah 2:1–10).
5. AFTER EVERY STORM COMES A NEW LEVEL
a) Storms prepare us for greater glory (Romans 8:18):
The pain of the storm is often the path to divine promotion.
b) Calmness follows obedience and trust (Isaiah 26:3):
God keeps in perfect peace those whose hearts trust Him.
c) The other side of the storm holds purpose (Mark 5:1):
After calming the storm, Jesus delivered a man possessed—there was a mission ahead.
d) Storms deepen our intimacy with God (Philippians 3:10):
We learn to lean more on Him when everything else fails.
Biblical Example: Paul survived shipwreck and later healed many on Malta (Acts 28:1–9).
CONCLUSION:
No matter the size or source of the storm you are facing, Jesus is more powerful. He is the Storm Calmer. He does not panic. He does not fear. When He speaks, everything hears and obeys. Cry out to Him in faith, and He will rise for you. His peace will guard your heart and mind, and He will carry you safely to the other side.
PRAYER POINTS:
1. Lord Jesus, thank You for being the calmer of every storm in my life.
2. I reject every spirit of fear and worry in the name of Jesus.
3. Father, speak peace over every storm confronting my life and family.
4. Let every storm in my health, finances, and destiny be silenced now.
5. Teach me to trust You even when I don’t understand the storm.
6. I declare divine calmness over every turbulence in my soul.
7. Every satanic wind blowing against my progress, cease now.
8. Jesus, take over the boat of my life and lead me safely.
9. Let Your peace rule in my heart always.
10. I receive grace to rise stronger after every storm.
