Recently, we’ve experienced physical storms and their corresponding difficulties. These have taken place in Puerto Rico, Texas, the Florida Keys, and Mexico (earthquakes in this case). In the Bible, storms are not met to be a source of destruction but of correction and teaching. Jonah heard the command of God and went in a different direction, but God used a storm and a “Big Fish” to get him back on course. I believe God does the same with us. He allows us to go through very difficult situations to get us back on track. The question should never be: “God why are you allowing this storm in my life?” It should be “God what are you trying to teach me in the midst of this storm?”
Peter and the disciples learned more about Jesus in a storm than what His words could ever teach.
There are four points we can learn from this story, which is found in Matthew 14:
- The storms are not an indication of God’s absence; they are an indication that God is actively building our faith.
- Mature faith is the result of experiencing the storms of life.
- You will never mature in your faith until the price you pay for preserving your life is higher than the price you pay for surrendering your life.
- You will never truly worship Jesus until the testing of your faith leads you to recognize who He truly is.
MONDAY
Personal
Knowing that God works during the storm, we need to pray and heed the words of scripture. The wise man built his house on the rock so that when the storms came, his house would remain. The wise man hears the word of God and puts them into practice. Pray that we can put God’s word into practice.
TUESDAY
Finances
Ask God to help you to get through any financial storm. Are you obeying God regarding finances? Pray for wisdom in this area.
WEDNESDAY
Family
There are storms your family is going through at this very moment. Intercede for them, not just for God to deliver them, but so that God will teach them to find Him in the storm.
THURSDAY
Church
As a Church, we pray for one another, especially the Churches and families in Puerto Rico, Mexico, Texas, and the Florida Keys. As we organize and collect supplies, let’s pray for opportunities to help our brethren in the Lord.
FRIDAY
Leaders
Pray for the leader of our country and all the countries affected by these devastating storms and earthquakes. Pray that God gives our leaders wisdom to deal with this very difficult situation.
SATURDAY
Co-workers/Classmates
Pray for the people you know who were affected by the storm and reach out to help them. Ask God to show you ways that you can help those in need.
SUNDAY
Lost Souls
We continue to pray for opportunities to assist those in need after the storm. We pray both for the opportunity to help with their physical needs and to help as believers reaching out to those who do not know Christ.
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