2 Min Read Published on: 12-15-2020 The story of Jesus calming the storm in Mark 4:35-41 is one that is often told. As we read the text, we can imagine the story with waves tossing the boat, thunder cracking, lightening ripping across the sky, and sensing the fear of the disciples. We are caught as the text describes the one element that doesn’t fit this story of terror at sea—Jesus sleeping through it all. The story ends with Jesus awakening, standing in the boat, and calling out to the elements, “Peace, be still.” And then there is silence.