Mat 8:23-27 | TNotes | STEP | Summary for Matt 8:23-27: 8:23-27 The episode at sea extends the theme of what true discipleship involves. The storm challenged the disciples to entrust their very lives to Jesus for protection and deliverance. Jesus even has authority over dangerous weather and the sea (see Job 38:8-11 ; Pss 29 ; 65:1-13 ; 89:9 ; 107:23-32 ).

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‏ Matthew 8:23-27

Summary for Matt 8:23-27: 8:23-27 ^a The episode at sea extends the theme of what true discipleship involves. The storm challenged the disciples to entrust their very lives to Jesus for protection and deliverance. Jesus even has authority over dangerous weather and the sea (see Job 38:8-11 ^b; Pss 29 ^c; 65:1-13 ^d; 89:9 ^e; 107:23-32 ^f).
8:24 ^g a fierce storm struck the lake: Sudden squalls are common on the Sea of Galilee, which is among mountains.
8:27 ^h Who is this man? Salvation requires a proper answer to this question and active faith in him. Jesus’ disciples had still failed to understand.