Then He climbed into the boat with them, and the wind died down. They were completely amazed. Mark 6:51 NIV
^ He: Jesus ^ Them: Disciples ^ Place: Sea of Galilee ^ Time: Evening ^ Weather: Rather windy......until ^ Purpose: Another teaching moment
Jesus had once again amazed the disciples! The storm had grown violent. Jesus, who had made the disciples go ahead of Him to Bethsaida, walked on water, out to the troubled disciples. The disciples were terrified! First at the storm, then at what they thought was a ghost.
Jesus gets into the boat.....speaks a couple of words.....the winds die down.....and everything is back to normal. Wow! The disciples are stunned. You could driven a semi between their dentures! Their britches were soiled!
Jesus had amazed the disciples one more time! I know you share the same recurring concern I have, why didn't they get it?
I think this constant amazement of the miracles of Jesus was to build their faith....but it was also for me and you today. The word "amazed" appears 37 times in reference to peoples reactions about Jesus. Do you think Matthew, Mark, Luke or John needed another adverb? No, how else can you put it? They were amazed!
You and I, if we are continually seeking an intimate, personal relationship with Jesus Christ.....will be amazed. We will be amazed at the peace He provides; amazed at the joy He brings; amazed at the abundance He provides.
If God is not amazing you anymore you may need to check your relationship to Him. He is an amazing God!
You amaze me God! Thank you!
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