Finding Shelter in the Storm: Where is Jesus?

written by Vit Yuchkovski | GoodNewsAlways

August 24, 2023

I can’t believe this is happening again. It’s like every time I try to make progress, something comes along to knock me back down. I’m so sick of dealing with these constant setbacks and obstacles. It feels like I’m running in place, going nowhere fast. I’ve put in so much effort and hard work, but it seems like it’s all for nothing. Why bother trying at all if I’m just going to get knocked down again? It’s frustrating to feel like I have no control over the situation and that everything is out of my hands. I just wish things would start going my way for once.


Yes, In life, we all face storms – those moments when our world seems to be crashing down around us. During these turbulent times, we often seek comfort and wonder where Jesus is.

When dark clouds gather overhead and uncertainty fills our hearts, it can feel like we are alone in facing life’s trials. But take heart!

Picture yourself on a boat tossed by relentless waves, anxiety gripping your soul with every roll of thunder and crash of lightning.

At first, it may seem like there is only darkness around you, creating a strong feeling of fear that takes over your mind like powerful waves ready to overwhelm you.

But look closer now… through tear-filled eyes or trembling hands desperately clutching at what remains steady beneath them… There He stands! Just like Peter walked on tumultuous seas towards Jesus a long time ago (Matthew 14:29), remember that when storms come into our lives, Jesus is there for those who call upon Him!

As believers in Christ enduring such tempests ourselves – whether they come as physical illness or emotional turmoil—the reassurance found within scripture fortifies faith despite adversity:

When thou passest through the waters,
I will be with thee;
and through the rivers,
they shall not overflow thee:
when thou walkest through fire,
thou shalt not be burned;
neither shall the flame kindle upon thee.

Isaiah 43:2

Do not doubt His loving presence any longer! When torrents threaten hopelessness or winds whip up doubts concerning God’s goodness—know comfort awaits beyond mere understanding itself because “Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life: And I will dwell in the house of the LORD forever” (Psalm 23:6).

The Good News reveals a profound promise that reminds us of God’s unwavering presence even amid chaos and despair.

So, dear friend, remember that when life’s storms rage around you, Jesus is not a distant figure gazing upon your struggles from afar. Instead, He stands beside you as a beacon of hope that guides us through every storm.

When chaos comes knocking at our doorsteps or sorrow fills our hearts to overflowing—He remains steadfastly present.

In His love and compassion lies strength beyond measure, an anchor for our souls amidst tumultuous seas.

Even in the fiercest storms, God’s grace shines brighter than any lightning bolt.

May we find shelter in Him always.


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