Barco no meio das águas

The song 'Barco no meio das águas' by Equipe Obra de Amor is a deeply spiritual and comforting piece that uses the metaphor of a boat in the middle of turbulent waters to convey a message of faith and trust in Jesus. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of a boat caught in a storm, with Jesus lying calmly at the stern. This imagery is powerful, suggesting that even in the midst of chaos and uncertainty, the presence of Jesus brings peace and assurance.

The recurring lines, 'Não importa se o mar está agitado / Não importa se o barco tu não podes remar,' emphasize that the external circumstances, no matter how dire, are insignificant when one has faith in Jesus. The song encourages listeners to trust in Jesus, to cry out and call His name, and to believe that He will come to their aid. This message is reinforced with the lines, 'Se Jesus é contigo basta confiar / Chora clama seu nome ele vem te ajudar,' which translate to 'If Jesus is with you, just trust / Cry out, call His name, and He will come to help you.'

The song also speaks to the power of Jesus to calm the storms in our lives, both literal and metaphorical. The command 'Acalma oh!vento aquieta-te mar' ('Calm down, oh wind, be still, sea') is a direct reference to the biblical story of Jesus calming the storm, illustrating His divine power and the peace that His presence brings. This song serves as a reminder of the strength and comfort that faith can provide, encouraging believers to trust in Jesus during their most challenging times.