07-16-2025 PART 3: Storms, Ghosts, and the God Who Commands the Waves

Section 1

Dr. Dave launches this portion of the broadcast with a spirited trivia question—what did Jesus do that caused the disciples to think he was a ghost? (Answer: He walked on water, Matthew 14:26.) He uses the moment to engage with listeners and reinforce that the radio show is a shared journey—low-budget but full of high-truth encouragement. Dr. Dave reminds everyone that it’s not necessary to call out of sympathy—he’s just grateful to teach and connect, and the show keeps pressing on. He reflects on his own experiences of being overwhelmed, likening them to being ankle-deep (or deeper) in stormy waters, unsure if he was still in the will of God. This admission makes his teaching not only relatable but a testimony of enduring faith.

Section 2

The show features a moving live call-in from Brother Roger, who reflects on technology’s learning curve and the deeper spiritual learning curve that comes with aging and facing trials, like his wife’s battle with cancer. He and Dr. Dave engage in honest, uplifting conversation about trusting God even when the storm is raging. They joke, pray, and reflect on Jesus walking on water—how sometimes even His miraculous appearance is misunderstood as a ghost. Roger reinforces the key truth: God’s will is done on earth and in heaven. Their interaction becomes a real-time example of bearing one another’s burdens, of practicing Galatians 6:2, and of being a “radio buddy” in prayer and spirit.

Section 3

The final segment returns to the message of Mark 4. Dr. Dave unpacks the scene where Jesus calms the storm: He first silences the wind (the noise) and then the waves (the turmoil). He explains that one of the greatest lessons is that we often think we’re drowning because we’ve forgotten who’s in the boat. The disciples were afraid even though Jesus had already declared, “Let us go to the other side.” That promise should have been their anchor. Dr. Dave emphasizes that Jesus is the one in charge—of the boat, the waves, the noise, the journey. Every knee bows to Him, every power is under His feet, and His name is above every name. The storm isn’t bigger than Jesus. That’s the truth to cling to: Jesus is always in charg