“Christ Calms Chaos” by Neville Buchanan


At times our lives can seem like an out of control Hurricane. We can become so overwhelmed by the cares of life. It is during these tumultuous times we need to know our Savior still walks on water.

In the Old Testament, this chaotic sea symbolizes evil that must be conquered.

Job 26:12–13 (ESV) — 12 By his power he stilled the sea; by his understanding he shattered Rahab. 13 By his wind the heavens were made fair; his hand pierced the fleeing serpent.

Psalm 74:12–17 (ESV) … 13 You divided the sea by your might; you broke the heads of the sea monsters on the waters. 14 You crushed the heads of Leviathan; ….  

For this reason, John writes: When they had rowed about three or four miles, they saw Jesus walking on the sea and coming near the boat, and they were frightened (John 6:19, ESV).

Friend, do you need the rough seas of your life calmed down? Do not be afraid – your God calms the sea and dispels chaos. Remember, He is not the God of chaos (1 Cor.14:33). Simply see Jesus walking towards you and hear Him say: Peace, peace be still.