Let's Get Real

Let's Get Real

From Praise Cathedral Podcast by Pastor Jerry Madden

April 26, 2026 · 34 min

About this episode

This episode discusses how faith in Jesus helps navigate life's storms and challenges.

Life inevitably brings storms - health challenges, financial struggles, relationship difficulties, and the reality of aging. The story of Jesus calming the storm in Mark 4:35-41 reveals that following Jesus doesn't exempt us from life's turbulence; in fact, it may lead us into more storms as we go against worldly values. When the disciples questioned whether Jesus cared about their peril, He demonstrated His divine power by instantly calming both wind and waves. The real question isn't whether Jesus has power over our storms, but whether we trust His care and allow Him to be Lord rather than trying to manage Him. Sometimes He calms the storm, sometimes He calms us - both expressions of His lordship and love.

People in this episode

Host: Pastor Jerry Madden

Topics covered

  • trust in Jesus
  • life challenges
  • calming the storm
  • faith
  • spiritual growth

Keywords

  • storms
  • faith
  • Jesus
  • trust
  • spirituality
  • life challenges
  • calm

Mentioned in this episode

Books & works: Mark 4:35-41

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