God is good at all times and in every way! You know it’s true, but right now you’re just not feeling it. Right now––a storm is raging in your life, and you’re wondering if He’s even noticed. Right now––waves are crashing over your head and you feel like you’re drowning. Right now—the winds of adversity are threatening to capsize your boat and send it to the depths. In the Bible, we read about a storm on the Sea of Galilee. At the end of a long day, Jesus suggested that He and His disciples go across to the other side, probably to escape the crowds and get some much-needed rest (see Mark 4:35–41). As soon as the boat left shore, Jesus settled down in the stern and fell asleep. Soon after, and without warning, the Sea of Galilee (notorious for sudden storms) began to rage around them. Waves crashed over the boat threatening to sink it, and still Jesus slept peacefully. Finally, fearing for their lives, the men awakened Jesus and asked, “Don’t you care if we drown?” Jesus stood and spoke to the storm, “Peace, be still!” Immediately, the winds ceased and the sea became as smooth as glass. “Where is your faith?” He asked His disciples. Jesus used this storm on the Sea of Galilee to strengthen His disciples’ faith. He knew the times ahead would be difficult. In a dramatic demonstration of His power, He hoped to teach His disciples that He would always be with them, ready to answer whenever they called on Him. Jesus was there to rescue His disciples, He’s here with you as well, right in the middle of the storm in your life. God always uses the struggles in our lives. He doesn’t allow us to suffer in vain. Ask yourself what lessons He might be teaching you. 1. He may be drawing you closer to Him. God is much more than the far-away Creator of the Universe. He wants to be right there with you as you encounter the struggles of this life. Hebrews 4:16 (ESV) says, “Let us then with confidence draw near to the throne of grace, that we may receive mercy and find grace to help in time of need.” Open your heart to Him, go to your place of prayer, and reach out to Him. 2. He may be...(message me for link to read entire article) #GodWillUseThis #ServingJesusChrist #TrustGod