When you see a threat that is powerful and out of your control, you’re afraid. But to not be controlled by fear, you need someone to be with you, for you, and more powerful than whatever is threatening you. In this passage Jesus reveals Himself to be all three, such that if you fear him you can be free from fear of other things.

Resources:

Mark 4:35-41

Baker Exegetical Commentary: Mark, Robert Stein

Jesus the King, Timothy Keller

Awe, Paul Tripp

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