And he saith unto them, Why are ye fearful, O ye of little faith? Then he arose, and rebuked the winds and the sea; and there was a great calm.
Christ's word carries absolute power over all things, even those without sense or will. The winds and sea obey His command just as surely as the most stubborn men must bend to God's decree, whether their hearts are softened or their hands simply fall powerless at His word.
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Christ chose the sea deliberately to reveal Himself as God over all creation. Those who truly follow Him must be willing to go with Him into peril and difficulty, not merely walk the safe land-way; discipleship means venturing wherever He leads, ship or prison alike.
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Commenting on Matthew 8:23-27
The disciples and mariners alike were struck with fear and wonder at such majesty and power. No mere creature can command the winds and sea to obey; anyone who reads this account and denies Christ's deity must either reject the fact itself or confess He is the most high God.
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