11/06/2026
Last week's message was centered on storms and how a Christian can still face challenges while carrying Jesus.
Scripture Reference: Mark 4:35-41
"A furious squall came up, and the waves broke over the boat, so that it was nearly swamped. Jesus was in the stern, sleeping on a cushion. The disciples woke Him and said to Him, 'Teacher, don't you care if we drown?' He got up, rebuked the wind and said to the waves, 'Quiet! Be still!' Then the wind died down and it was completely calm."* — Mark 4:37-39 (NIV)
Pastor Benson taught that Jesus was in the boat with the disciples, yet the storm still came. This reminds us that being a Christian does not exempt us from trials, difficulties, or even sickness. Storms are a part of life, but being overcome by them is not our portion.
One key lesson was not to limit God's functionality. Too often, we reduce God to the size of our understanding, yet our capacity is determined by our faith. When facing battles and challenges, faith expands what God can do through us and for us.
The presence of a storm does not mean the absence of God. In fact, it is often in the middle of the storm that His power is revealed the most.
No matter what storm you may be facing today, remember that if Jesus is in your boat, you have every reason to trust that you will make it to the other side.