Calm 🌿

Verse: "And He said to them, ‘Why are you afraid, O you of little faith?’ Then He rose and rebuked the winds and the sea, and there was a great calm.” — Matthew 8:26

Keyword: Calm
In Tagalog, kalma means peaceful or not nervous — hindi natataranta. It’s a word that reminds us to breathe, to trust, and to rest in God’s presence.

Devotion: How’s your heart lately? How are your thoughts? Are you in a calm state, or are you feeling anxious, overwhelmed, or uncertain about life’s challenges?

Matthew 8:26 takes us to a moment when Jesus and His disciples were caught in a storm at sea. The winds were strong, the waves were crashing, and their boat was at risk of capsizing. Naturally, the disciples panicked — just like many of us would. But Jesus, calm and unshaken, asked them: “Why are you afraid?” It’s a question that echoes into our own lives. Why do we fear, when Jesus is with us?

This story isn’t just about a physical storm — it’s about the storms within us. The anxieties, the overthinking, the “what ifs” that spiral out of control. Jesus reminds us that His presence brings peace. Not just any peace, but a deep, soul-level calm that steadies us even when life doesn’t go as planned.

Psalm 18:2 describes God as our rock, fortress, and deliverer — a safe place in the chaos. And in Malachi 3:6, God says, “I am the Lord, I do not change.” In a world that shifts constantly, we can anchor ourselves in the One who never does.

Personally, the word calm has become a gentle reminder from God — especially when my thoughts start racing. I’ve learned that overthinking can steal my peace and distort my perspective. And I know I’m not alone — many of us, especially women, wrestle with this.

But Jesus, the Prince of Peace, invites us to pause. To breathe. To trust. His calm isn’t just for us — it’s something we can carry into the world. As Christians, we’re called to be a thread of peace that others can hold onto — a reflection of Christ’s steady presence.

So whatever storm you’re facing today, remember: Jesus is in the boat with you. And when He speaks, even the winds and waves obey. Be calm — not because the storm is over, but because He is with you in it.🌿✨