Peace Be Still

And there arose a great storm of wind, and the waves beat into the ship, so that it was now full. And he was in the hinder part of the ship, asleep on a pillow: and they awake him, and say unto him, Master, carest thou not that we perish? And he arose, and rebuked the wind, and said unto the sea, Peace, be still. And the wind ceased, and there was a great calm. (Luke 8:37-39)

In the midst of the storm, Jesus cries out, "Peace be still."

She was nearing the end of life and those around did not understand her ramblings and her anxiety. She saw people who had died long before. She seemed anxious and would seem to through fits. As I read scripture to her, she pointed and cried out, I see Jesus. What is he doing? He’s waving for me to come, a sigh and then a look of disappointment. What’s the matter? He’s gone. She rested and listened as I read to her again. Several times, she would become anxious and cry out I see Jesus. In a moment, she was silent. The smile on her face said everything. She was at peace; she was now with Jesus.

Life can be filled with chaos; storms rage all around as we venture on our journey. In the midst of the storm, Jesus arose and told his disciples to fear not, he rebuked the winds and said, “Peace be still!” In the midst of your storm, you can find peace, reassurance and comfort in the presence of Jesus Christ.