Over two thousand years ago, the words “peace be still” rang out across the waves on the Sea of Galilee.

Jesus and His disciples were out resting in a boat on the Sea of Galilee. Jesus was sleeping in the stern of the boat when a storm sprung up. The waves were crashing over the sides of the boat and the disciples believed that they were about to die. They worriedly woke Jesus who questioned “Why are you afraid? You have so little faith!” Jesus then calmly stood and commanded the storm to be still.

The symbolism behind the story of Jesus calming the storm brings us great encouragement and hope as we face the ‘storms’ and uncertainty in our world today. There is so much going on around us currently that we have no control over, but be assured, Jesus is still in control. Let’s keep our faith strong in God and remember to ask Him for peace during this worrying ‘storm’.

Even though it may feel that our world is out of control, God has got this! He is still in control. Remember Psalm 46:1-2.

If your family needs any help or assistance, please don’t hesitate to call or email the chaplaincy team and we will do our best to provide support.

Phillip Lillehagen
PPN Chaplain