They contradicted his belief that his own goodness would get him to heaven, emphasizing that salvation is a gift from God, not earned by works.
He understood that he was a sinner deserving of death and that Jesus Christ had taken his punishment on the cross, leading him to trust in Christ's sacrifice.
He felt waves of God's love filling his soul and became conscious of his own spirit for the first time.
He stood up, rebuked the wind and sea, instantly calming the storm, demonstrating his power over nature.
Focus on Jesus Christ rather than trials, trust God's promises, slow down, and live in a rhythm of stress and release.
He emphasizes that unchecked stress and busyness can damage the soul, and prioritizing relationships helps maintain spiritual and emotional health.
Because humans have been made in the image of God, we are very special! The psalmist wrote, “For You formed my inward parts; You covered me in my mother’s womb. I will praise You, for I fearfully and wonderfully made.” (Psalm 139: 13-14) When God created you, He made you into a 3-dimensional being; a being that has a body, a soul, and a spirit. Join us next Sunday as Pastor Mike teaches us about the trichotomy of man and how we can experience true wholeness in our inner being in 2015.