John Trapp Complete Commentary - Matthew 8:26
26 And he saith unto them, Why are ye fearful, O ye of little faith? Then he arose, and rebuked the winds and the sea; and there was a great calm. Ver. 26. And he saith unto them ] Christ first chides them, and then chides the winds and waves. Men are most malleable in time of misery, Job 33:23 . Strike while the iron is hot. How forcible are right words! Those that are melted in the furnace of affliction will easily receive impression. Hamper Manasses, and he will hearken to you. O ye of... read more
The Biblical Illustrator - Matthew 8:23-27
Matthew 8:23-27And when He was entered into a ship.1. A storm arose while the disciples were following their Master. Sea of life. Storms in the voyage-even when sailing according to the Master’s orders.2. While the disciples were alarmed, their Master was asleep. It was the sleep of real innocence. He was free from fear. Peter. Argyle on the eve of his execution. It was the sleep of apparent indifference. Reasons.3. In their distress the disciples implored their Master’s assistance. Faith in... read more