Calm in the Storm

After an early morning departure, all I wanted was some much-needed rest on the plane. But as we took off, the pilot announced there would be turbulence. When the first wave hit, it felt like I was jerked out of my seat — a rude awakening. I was determined to sleep but found it incredibly difficult as the plane swayed and jolted.

I thought of the story where Jesus slept through a storm on a boat. I wondered, How did Jesus manage to sleep through such chaos? In that moment, I began to grasp the concept of “peace that passes all understanding.” Despite the plane’s violent movements, when I focused inward I noticed a remarkable sense of peace. I realized that peace doesn’t mean the absence of troubles. Rather, it is a conscious choice to remain calm amid the storm. But we cannot do this alone, and that is why Christ gave us his peace.

When we face storms, saying a prayer or affirmation can be grounding. Philippians 4:6-7 tells us that prayer can bring a peace that transcends understanding. Amid turbulence, let us remember that Christ’s peace has been given to us — a gift we can freely accept.