Ross Steele

Storms can expose what we’re really chasing—applause, control, or the presence of God. Over these five days, you’ll trace the “beauty of a storm” by watching Jesus withdraw, send His disciples forward, and meet them in the dark. As you reflect, ask God to reshape your expectations and deepen your surrender so you can recognize Him even when the winds rise.

In John 11–12, we see how Jesus’ power and presence force a decision: will we cling to control, or surrender in worship and obedience. This five-day devotional will help you recognize where fear, comfort, and self-preservation compete with trust in Christ. As you walk through these days, ask God to form in you an extravagant worship that lives on mission right where you are.

Jesus’ words can feel unsettling when they confront our expectations and expose what’s going on in our hearts. Over the next five days, you’ll explore how to move from being offended by truth to being transformed by it, learning to receive Jesus’ radical statements with humility, faith, and love. As you reflect, ask God not merely to inform you, but to heal and shape you through His Word.