SLEEP WHILE THE WIND IS BLOWING

SLEEP WHILE THE WIND IS BLOWING 

"Jesus got into a boat, and his followers went with him. After the boat left the shore, a very bad storm began on the lake. The waves covered the boat. But Jesus was sleeping". Matthew 8:23-24 (ERV)

A farmer who owned land along the Atlantic seacoast constantly advertised for labourers but most people were reluctant to work on farms along the Atlantic. They dreaded the awful storms that raged across the Atlantic, wreaking havoc on the buildings and crops. As the farmer interviewed applicants for the job, he received a steady stream of refusals. Finally, a short, thin man, approached the farmer. "Are you a good labourer?" the farmer asked him. "Well, I can sleep when the wind blows," answered the man.  Although puzzled by this answer, the farmer, desperate for help, hired him. The man worked well around the farm, busy from dawn to dusk, and the farmer felt satisfied with the man's work.

Then, one night the wind howled loudly in from offshore. Jumping out of bed, the farmer grabbed a lantern and rushed next door to the hired hand's sleeping quarters. He shook the little man and yelled, "Get up!  A storm is coming! Tie things down before they blow away!" The little man rolled over in bed and said firmly, "No sir. I told you, I can sleep when the wind blows." Enraged by the response, the farmer was tempted to fire him on the spot. Instead, he hurried outside to prepare for the storm. To his amazement, he discovered that all of the livestock feeds had been covered with tarpaulins. The cows were in the barn, the chickens were in the cages, and the doors were barred.The shutters were tightly secured. Everything was tied down. Nothing could blow away. The farmer then understood what his hired hand meant, so he returned to his bed to also sleep while the wind blew. (Unknown)

Several years ago, the disciples had a crisis on their hands. A turbulent storm arose and the waves covered their boat. The waves were as high as the boat and they were headed for the bottom of the sea unless the storm ceased. Then, the disciples became restless and cried out for help. They were however surprised to know that Jesus Christ was sleeping peaceful while the wind was blowing (Matthew 8:23-24). That is unbelievable! How can someone be so calm and peaceful in such a trying period? 

"I will lie down and I will sleep in peace . You, Lord , are the one who takes care of me, and you keep me safe". Psalms 4:8 (EASY)

Friends, it is no longer news that a turbulent wind is blowing across the nations of the world. The waves of that boisterous wind has thrown about two million lives into the sea of affliction, sickness, isolation and great pain. Heath workers are overwhelmed and helpless as they watch people drawn by the violent sea every passing minute. The noise of the roaring wind is emitting great fear and anxiety into the atmosphere and many people are really worried, disturbed and restless like the disciples and the farmer in the above story. 

Beloved, It is obvious now that many people in the world today cannot sleep peacefully like Jesus Christ because the wind is blowing. It is only those who have secured their destiny against the storm that can sleep quietly and sweetly when the wind is raging. Yes, only those who lay their heads upon the pillow of the Almighty God can be at peace in the midst of storm of life (Psalms 4:8). Why not join those people today? The labourer in the above story was able to sleep because he had secured the farmland against the storm. That is great wisdom! Why not secure your own house, destiny, health, family, business, finance, ministry, etc against the raging storms by surrendering your life completely to Jesus Christ today?. The only anchor that holds firmly in the raging storm of life is Jesus Christ. You have nothing to fear again if you can genuinely repent this day and get connected to Jesus - the true anchor that will never fail (Hebrews 6:19). 

"This hope is like an anchor for us. It is strong and sure and keeps us safe. It goes behind the curtain"- Hebrews 6:19 (ERV)

One special song that should become believers' prayer focus and anthem till the raging storm is over is titled "Til The Storm Passes By".May I urge you to please prayerfully meditate on the lyrics of this wonderful song below and trust God to keep you and your household safe till the raging sea all over the world subside. 

‘TIL THE STORM PASSES BY - Gaither Vocal Band

In the dark of the midnight have I oft hid my face
While the storm howls above me, and there's no hiding place
'Mid the crash of the thunder, Precious Lord, hear my cry
Keep me safe till the storm passes by

Till the storm passes over, till the thunder sounds no more
Till the clouds roll forever from the sky
Hold me fast, let me stand in the hollow of Thy hand
Keep me safe till the storm passes by

Many times Satan whispered, "There is no need to try
For there's no end of sorrow, there's no hope by and by"
But I know Thou art with me, and tomorrow I'll rise
Where the storms never darken the skies

Till the storm passes over, till the thunder sounds no more
Till the clouds roll forever from the sky
Hold me fast, let me stand in the hollow of Thy hand
Keep me safe till the storm passes by

When the long night has ended and the storms come no more
Let me stand in Thy presence on the bright peaceful shore
In that land where the tempest, never comes, Lord, may I
Dwell with Thee when the storm passes by

Till the storm passes over, till the thunder sounds no more
Till the clouds roll forever from the sky
Hold me fast, let me stand in the hollow of Thy hand
Keep me safe till the storm passes by

It is my prayer that God will keep us safe in the hollow of His hand till the storm passes by. Every soul drowning in the sea of Coronavirus (COVID -19) all over the world shall be rescued by the finger of the Almighty God. And through this raging storm, God will harvest multitude into His kingdom in Jesus name. Amen

Good day and God bless you.

Maranatha!

Bro. Okanlawon Taiwo

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