THE GOD WHO COMMANDS THE SEA

THE GOD WHO COMMANDS THE SEAS

By Rev. Samuel Arimoro

Main Text: Mark 4:35-41

Key Verse: “And He arose, and rebuked the wind, and said unto the sea, Peace, be still. And the wind ceased, and there was a great calm.” (Mark 4:39, KJV)

Supporting Texts: Exodus 14:21-22; Psalm 93:3-4; Jonah 1:4, 15; Matthew 14:25-27

Description: God is sovereign over creation, and even the raging seas obey His command, bringing peace and victory to His people.

INTRODUCTION
The sea, with its vastness and unpredictable waves, often symbolises chaos, danger, and the unknown. Throughout history, human beings have stood in awe of the mighty oceans, recognising their power yet realising their helplessness before their storms. In Scripture, the sea frequently represents the trials and overwhelming challenges of life, moments when we feel as though we are drowning under the weight of circumstances.

But the Bible assures us that our God is the Creator who commands the seas. The One who spoke the universe into existence also speaks to the waves and winds, and they must obey Him. He is not intimidated by any storm or circumstance that confronts His children.

This message reminds us that no matter how fierce the storm or how high the waves, God’s power is greater. The One who parted the Red Sea for Israel, stilled the storm on Galilee, and walked upon the waters is still active today. If He commands the seas, then He can command every storm in your life to cease.

1. GOD’S AUTHORITY OVER CREATION IS ABSOLUTE
God’s power extends over all creation, including the seas and everything within them. Nothing in heaven or earth operates outside His sovereign control.

a) Creator of the Seas (Genesis 1:9-10)
God Himself formed the seas and gathered the waters into one place. Because He created them, they remain under His absolute command. No ocean or storm can resist His voice.

b) Sustainer of All Things (Colossians 1:16-17)
Every element of creation exists and holds together by the power of God. The seas continue their cycles and boundaries because God sustains them daily.

c) His Voice Calms Chaos (Psalm 89:9)
God’s voice is powerful enough to silence the roaring seas. Just as He calms natural storms, He can quiet the chaos in our hearts and circumstances.

d) Nature Obeys His Commands (Mark 4:41)
Even the disciples marvelled at Jesus’ authority when the wind and sea obeyed Him. This shows that no aspect of creation is beyond His control.

Biblical Example: At the Red Sea, when Pharaoh’s army pursued Israel, God commanded Moses to stretch out his hand, and the sea parted, creating a dry path for His people to walk through safely (Exodus 14:21-22).

2. GOD COMMANDS THE SEAS TO DELIVER HIS PEOPLE
When God’s children are trapped or overwhelmed, He commands the seas to make a way of escape.

a) Making a Way Where There Is None (Isaiah 43:16)
God makes paths through the seas where none existed before, proving His ability to deliver us supernaturally.

b) Deliverance From Oppression (Exodus 14:26-28)
The same sea that was a path of deliverance for Israel became a grave for their enemies. God can use what threatens you to destroy your oppressors.

c) God Uses the Sea for His Glory (Psalm 106:9-10)
The Lord rebuked the Red Sea and led His people through safely. Their deliverance became a testimony of His greatness to all nations.

d) No Situation Is Too Difficult for God (Luke 1:37)
Even when circumstances seem impossible, the God who commands the seas can intervene in miraculous ways.

Biblical Example: Jonah was swallowed by a great fish after the Lord commanded a stormy sea to redirect his disobedience. God used the sea both as discipline and as a vehicle for Jonah’s restoration (Jonah 1:4, 15).

3. GOD COMMANDS THE SEAS TO TEST AND STRENGTHEN OUR FAITH
Sometimes, the storms God allows are designed to build trust and deepen our dependence on Him.

a) Storms Reveal God’s Power (Mark 4:39-40)
The disciples only understood Jesus’ full authority when He calmed the storm. Trials reveal the greatness of our God.

b) Trials Refine Our Faith (1 Peter 1:6-7)
God uses turbulent seasons to refine and strengthen our trust in Him, like gold purified in fire.

c) Storms Position Us for Miracles (Matthew 14:25-29)
Peter walked on water only because there was a storm. Sometimes your greatest miracle lies within the very storm you fear.

d) God Is Present Even in the Storm (Isaiah 43:2)
Though the waters rage, God promises to be with us, ensuring we are not overwhelmed.

Biblical Example: When Jesus walked on the water toward His disciples, it was in the midst of a storm. His presence reassured them, and Peter experienced a supernatural encounter by stepping out in faith (Matthew 14:25-29).

4. GOD COMMANDS THE SEAS TO BRING PEACE AND VICTORY
God does not merely still storms for His glory; He does it to bring His children into peace and triumph.

a) He Brings Great Calm (Psalm 107:29)
God turns storms into whispers and brings tranquillity to troubled hearts.

b) His Command Brings Lasting Victory (Romans 8:37)
Through His power, we are more than conquerors over every storm and adversary.

c) He Transforms Fear Into Faith (Mark 4:40)
When we see His power at work, our fear turns into unwavering faith.

d) God’s Peace Guards Our Hearts (Philippians 4:7)
The peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, keeps us steady even when storms rage around us.

Biblical Example: Paul, on his way to Rome, faced a violent storm at sea. Yet God sent an angel to assure him that everyone on board would survive. Despite the shipwreck, God’s word came to pass, and they were all saved (Acts 27:21-25).

CONCLUSION
The God who commands the seas is the same God who commands every storm in your life today. His authority over creation is unmatched, and His love for His children ensures that He will not leave you at the mercy of the waves.

No matter the storm you are facing, whether financial, emotional, spiritual, or physical, trust in the Lord who speaks “Peace, be still.” When God commands the seas, chaos becomes calm, and fear gives way to faith.

PRAYER POINTS
1. Lord, thank You for being the God who commands the seas and calms every storm in my life.
2. Father, speak peace into every chaotic situation I am facing today.
3. Lord, part every Red Sea standing as a barrier before my breakthrough.
4. Father, destroy every enemy pursuing me through the storms of life.
5. Lord, increase my faith to trust You even in the fiercest storms.
6. Father, use my storms as testimonies of Your power and glory.
7. Lord, command the seas of opposition to yield in my favour.
8. Father, let every trial I face produce strength and spiritual growth.
9. Lord, cover me and my household with Your peace that surpasses understanding.
10. Father, turn every storm in my life into a stepping stone for greater victory.

GOD’S WORD FOR YOU TODAY
1. You shall see the God who commands the seas silence every storm in your life.
2. You shall walk on the waters of impossibility without sinking.
3. You shall experience divine deliverance where others are swallowed by trials.
4. You shall find peace and victory even in the fiercest storms.
5. You shall testify of miracles that glorify God’s power over creation.
6. You shall not be overwhelmed by the floods of life’s challenges.
7. You shall see your enemies confounded by God’s mighty hand.
8. You shall cross safely to your God-ordained destination.
9. You shall walk boldly in faith, knowing God’s presence surrounds you.
10. You shall rejoice as every storm becomes a testimony of God’s greatness.